.NET Mistakes That Happen to the Best of Us


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This week, we're taking a closer look at some common errors in the .NET and Entity Framework areas, and let me tell you, these mistakes aren't exclusive to beginners!

🎯 .NET Oopsies

In this video, we're going to talk about a few errors that can easily slip through the cracks when you're working with Blazor or creating a .NET Web API. It's easy to overlook these, but being aware can save you a ton of time and headaches.

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🛠️ EF Core Code-First Migration

Are you navigating the waters of Code-First Migration with Entity Framework? Then, you'll definitely want to check out this video. It might make your development process smoother and more efficient.

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Take care,

Patrick


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