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vol. 3 num. 10 - 2026 Jun 22

.NET / Azure SQL

Beyond Full-Text Search: Exploring the Potential of SqlVector in the .NET 10 Ecosystem The article examines how the vector type in SQL Server 2025 and EF Core 10 support allow going beyond Full-Text Search in the .NET 10 ecosystem. The analysis highlights embedding ingestion, hybrid queries, vector indexes, governance, and use in RAG, focusing on practical decisions for enterprise systems that need to combine semantic accuracy, operational cost, and gradual evolution.

vol. 3 num. 9 - 2026 May 25

Web Development / Developer Tools

Applied RAG Architectures: Integration between Generative Models, Vector Databases, and the OpenAI API The article examines RAG architectures in .NET applications, emphasizing the integration between generative models, vector databases, and the OpenAI API. It discusses embeddings, chunking, semantic retrieval, re-ranking, security, and observability in enterprise pipelines. It also presents orchestration practices with Worker Services and examples compatible with .NET 10 to enhance accuracy, traceability, and resilience.

vol. 3 num. 8 - 2026 Apr 28

.NET / Developer Tools

Serilog in .NET: Structured Logs for APIs and Workers The article explores the advanced use of Serilog in .NET applications, highlighting architecture, practices, and integration with APIs and Worker services. It covers structured logs, contextual enrichment, persistence in files, SQL, Elasticsearch, security, compliance, and testing. It emphasizes observability through correlation ID, metrics, tracing, and dashboards, promoting traceability and resilience in modern distributed environments.

vol. 3 num. 7 - 2026 Apr 20

Developer Tools / .NET

Observability and Traceability in Cognitive Architectures: Monitoring MCP Flows in .NET The article discusses observability and traceability, considering MCP (Model Context Protocol) in .NET environments, highlighting their importance for understanding, auditing, and operational sustainability of these systems. It also presents fundamentals, instrumentation practices, and governance aspects, with examples in .NET and OpenTelemetry.

vol. 3 num. 6 - 2026 Mar 31

Developer Tools / .NET

Cognitive Systems Architecture: Integration of RAG, MCP and LLMs in the .NET Ecosystem The integration of RAG, MCP, and LLMs into the .NET ecosystem enables robust, explainable, and secure cognitive systems, applicable in domains such as legal, biomedical, and corporate support. The article details fundamentals, architecture, and practices for orchestration, governance, and monitoring of these systems, as well as discussing technical challenges and future trends for trustworthy, auditable, and mission-critical AI.

vol. 3 num. 5 - 2026 Mar 23

.NET / Developer Tools

Extensibility in .NET: when granularity disintegration strengthens evolutionary architectures The article analyzes, in the .NET context, how decomposition into smaller units can enhance extensibility when supported by stable contracts, predictable composition, telemetry, and governance. It concludes that fine granularity is only advantageous when its coordination, security, and tracking costs are controlled with explicit standards.

vol. 3 num. 4 - 2026 Feb 16

Developer Tools / Tools & Connectivity

Documentation-Oriented Architectures: MarkDown as a Coordination and Code Generation Layer in Multi-Agent Ecosystems with AI This article explores Documentation-Oriented Architectures (DOA) using MarkDown as a coordination layer in multi-agent ecosystems. DOA integrates documentation as a functional component, promoting modularity and interoperability among autonomous agents. The simplicity of MarkDown facilitates collaboration, allowing non-technical users to contribute.

vol. 3 num. 3 - 2026 Feb 09

.NET / Web Development

CRDTs in Csharp and Go: Implementing Conflict-Free Distributed Data Structures This article explores CRDTs (Conflict-free Replicated Data Types), data structures that allow replication in distributed systems without conflicts. It presents the types of CRDTs, such as state-based and operation-based, and their applications in collaborative editors and messaging systems. The text includes practical implementations in C# and Go, comparing their approaches and highlighting use cases such as real-time collaboration and distributed storage.

vol. 3 num. 2 - 2026 Jan 31

.NET / Developer Tools

QuestPDF and .NET: Architectural Patterns for Document Generation in Distributed Systems This article explores the use of the open-source library QuestPDF for generating PDF documents in distributed systems, highlighting its features and integration with .NET Core. It addresses architectural patterns, such as microservices and API Gateway, that facilitate the creation and management of documents, exemplifying implementations in C# and Go. Additionally, it discusses challenges such as state management and network latency, proposing solutions to optimize performance and scalability of the systems.

vol. 3 num. 1 - 2026 Jan 23

DevOps / High Availability

Eventual Consistency as an Architectural Property: Limits, Guarantees, and Trade-offs in Distributed Systems This article explores eventual consistency in distributed systems, highlighting its definitions, limits, guarantees, and trade-offs. Eventual consistency allows scalable systems to operate efficiently, prioritizing availability over immediate consistency. While it offers advantages such as better performance and scalability, it presents implementation challenges such as conflict management and latencies in operations. Practical examples in C# and Go illustrate its application.

vol. 2 num. 37 - 2025 Dec 30

Developer Tools / Tools & Connectivity

Model Context Protocol (MCP): Connecting Context, Agents, and Modern Software Architecture This article presents the Model Context Protocol (MCP) as a structured approach for integration between language model-based agents and corporate systems, with an emphasis on governance, predictability, and security. Unlike direct and ad hoc integrations, the MCP establishes explicit contracts for the exposure of capabilities through tools, resources, and prompts, reducing ambiguities and limiting the agent's access to the domain.

vol. 2 num. 36 - 2025 Dec 24

Developer Tools / .NET

From Document to Code: Unit Tests Derived from Spec Driven Design This article explores the interconnection between Spec Driven Design (SDD) and unit testing, highlighting its importance in agile software development. The specification is presented as the foundation for creating unit tests, ensuring that the implementation meets the defined expectations. Practical examples in C# and Go illustrate the transformation of specifications into tests.

vol. 2 num. 35 - 2025 Nov 30

Identity & Access / Developer Security

Security in APIs: Implementation of OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect in Applications, with a Focus on Protecting Sensitive Data This article explores the importance of security in APIs, highlighting the OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect protocols as effective solutions for authentication and authorization. The functioning of OAuth 2.0 is detailed, including its main steps and implementation examples in C# and Go. OpenID Connect is presented as an identity layer on top of OAuth 2.0, with its peculiarities and practical implementations.

vol. 2 num. 34 - 2025 Nov 10

Database Development & DevOps / .NET

When Trust is Faster: The Role of Optimistic Locking in High Scalability Architectures The article explores the use of Optimistic Locking as an effective strategy to improve performance and scalability in web and mobile applications. Unlike Pessimistic Locking, which locks resources and can cause contention, Optimistic Locking allows for multiple simultaneous transactions, assuming that conflicts are rare. The technique is detailed in implementation steps, exemplified in C#, and is recommended for scenarios with a low frequency of writes.

vol. 2 num. 33 - 2025 Oct 15

Database Development & DevOps / DevOps

When a Relational Database is Not Enough: The Role of KVS in Modern Architecture This article explores the growing role of Key-Value Stores (KVS) as alternatives to relational databases, especially in contexts that require scalability, flexibility, and high performance. Although relational databases are useful, their limitations in high-demand scenarios are evident. KVS offer simplicity and fast access to data, making them ideal for applications that require low latency and high availability.

vol. 2 num. 32 - 2025 Oct 01

Data Integration / .NET

Event-Driven Messaging: Implementing RabbitMQ, Kafka, and Azure Service Bus in .NET This article provides an introduction to event-driven messaging, highlighting its importance in distributed systems for asynchronous communication. Three main solutions are explored: RabbitMQ, Apache Kafka, and Azure Service Bus, all applicable in .NET. The text includes guidance on installation and practical examples of publishing and consuming messages for each solution.

vol. 2 num. 31 - 2025 Sep 15

DevOps / Data Integration

Idempotence in Distributed Systems: Ensuring Consistency in APIs and Messaging This article addresses idempotence in distributed systems, highlighting its importance in APIs and messaging. Idempotence ensures that operations can be repeated without changing the result, avoiding inconsistencies, especially in failure situations. The text presents basic concepts, design principles in REST APIs, and practical examples in C# to implement idempotent methods, both in APIs and in message consumers using RabbitMQ.

vol. 2 num. 30 - 2025 Sep 01

.NET / Developer Tools

CQRS and OpenAI: architectural patterns for command-oriented systems and intelligent responses. This article explores the combination of CQRS (Command Query Responsibility Segregation) and OpenAI to develop more robust and efficient systems. CQRS separates read and write operations, allowing for performance optimization and scalability. The integration with OpenAI facilitates the automation of commands and the generation of intelligent responses, enhancing the user experience. The text discusses benefits, such as greater efficiency, and challenges, such as complexity and costs.

vol. 2 num. 29 - 2025 Aug 18

.NET / Developer Tools

Use of out and in in Generic Interfaces: Covariance and Contravariance This article explores the use of covariance and contravariance in generic interfaces in C#, clarifying the `out` and `in` modifiers. It initially defines the concept of generic interfaces, followed by an analysis of the principles of covariance, which allows the use of derived types, and contravariance, which enables the use of base types.

vol. 2 num. 28 - 2025 Aug 04

Web Development / .NET

Serverless with Minimal APIs in .NET: Productivity and Scalability in the Same Package This article explores the integration of the serverless model with Minimal APIs in .NET, highlighting its advantages in terms of simplicity, scalability, and efficiency in development. Minimal APIs allow for rapid creation of RESTful APIs with less code, making testing and maintenance easier. Their adoption, alongside the serverless model, offers a broad set of benefits such as increased productivity, automatic scalability, and the potential for cost reduction.

vol. 2 num. 27 - 2025 Jul 21

.NET / Developer Tools

Mastering SpinLock in Concurrency Control in .NET This article explores the use of SpinLock in concurrency control in .NET applications, highlighting its effectiveness in high-performance and low-latency scenarios. The SpinLock is a lightweight locking structure that allows a thread to actively wait for a lock, being more efficient than traditional locks when the wait time is short.

vol. 2 num. 26 - 2025 Jul 07

Database Development & DevOps / DevOps

Redis and DynamoDB: Intelligent Caching and Scalable Persistence in Microservices This article explores the integration of Redis and DynamoDB to optimize persistence and performance in microservices architectures. The combination of Redis's in-memory cache with DynamoDB's scalability addresses challenges such as latency in database calls and data fragmentation. The article discusses caching strategies, such as cache invalidation and performance monitoring, and presents practical examples in C#.

vol. 2 num. 25 - 2025 Jun 23

DevOps / .NET

Monorepo vs. Monolith: A Comparative Study in .NET Applications This article explores the monorepo and monolith software development approaches, focusing on their characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages. The monorepo centralizes multiple projects in a single repository, facilitating dependency management and collaboration, but it can lead to scalability and complexity challenges.

vol. 2 num. 24 - 2025 Jun 16

DevOps / .NET

Feature Flags in .NET Microservices: Impacts on Quality and Delivery Speed This article explores the implementation and benefits of Feature Flags in software development, especially in .NET microservices. Feature Flags allow for the activation or deactivation of functionalities in real-time, promoting agility and security in deliveries. The text discusses how they work, provides practical implementation examples, and highlights their benefits, such as safe deployment, A/B testing, and reversibility.

vol. 2 num. 23 - 2025 Jun 09

Developer Security / Web Development

Depth Control in GraphQL APIs with .NET: A Secure Approach to Mitigating DoS Attacks This article provides an introduction to GraphQL, emphasizing its advantages over REST APIs and the security challenges, particularly regarding denial of service (DoS) attacks. It proposes the implementation of depth controls and complexity limits in GraphQL APIs using .NET to mitigate these risks. Through code examples, the article illustrates how to limit the depth of queries and calculate complexity.

vol. 2 num. 22 - 2025 Jun 02

.NET / Developer Tools

Combined Application of Flyweight and Composite Patterns in Systems with Many Objects This article explores the combined application of the Flyweight and Composite design patterns in software development, highlighting their importance in optimizing performance and memory management in complex systems. The Flyweight pattern minimizes memory usage by sharing objects with common states, while the Composite pattern facilitates the manipulation of hierarchical structures.

vol. 2 num. 21 - 2025 May 26

.NET / Developer Tools

Evaluation of the Use of PLINQ for Parallelization of LINQ Queries This article discusses the use of PLINQ (Parallel LINQ) for the parallelization of LINQ queries in C#. PLINQ allows the execution of operations on large collections more efficiently by leveraging multiple processor cores, resulting in significant performance improvements. The advantages, such as performance and scalability, and disadvantages, such as the overhead of parallelization and maintenance complexity, are discussed.

vol. 2 num. 20 - 2025 May 19

Database Development & DevOps / High Availability

Implementation and Challenges of Redis and Memcached in Architectures with Horizontal Scalability This article explores the implementation of Redis and Memcached in architectures with horizontal scalability, highlighting their features, challenges, and best practices. Both technologies are essential for optimizing application performance in high-demand environments, with Redis offering persistence and support for complex data structures, while Memcached is simpler and more efficient for volatile data.

vol. 2 num. 19 - 2025 May 12

Web Development / .NET

API modeling with REST and GraphQL: Case study in .NET projects This article addresses API modeling, highlighting the importance of APIs in the integration of modern systems. It explores two relevant approaches: REST and GraphQL, with an emphasis on their implementations in .NET. REST, based on resources and HTTP protocols, is well-regarded for its simplicity and efficiency, while GraphQL offers flexibility in data queries.

vol. 2 num. 18 - 2025 May 05

.NET / Developer Tools

Concurrency Control in Multithreaded Environments with SemaphoreSlim in C# This article explores concurrency control in multithreaded environments using the SemaphoreSlim class in C#. SemaphoreSlim is a lightweight semaphore implementation that limits the number of threads accessing a resource simultaneously, making it ideal for I/O operations. The article explains its operation, advantages and disadvantages, as well as providing practical implementation examples in scenarios such as database access and external services.

vol. 2 num. 17 - 2025 Apr 28

Data Integration / .NET

Application of best practices in developing workers in .NET for consuming messages in Azure Service Bus. This article addresses the application of best practices in the development of workers in .NET to consume messages from Azure Service Bus, a messaging solution from Microsoft. It highlights the importance of efficient connection management, error handling, scalability, and security in communication. The text presents practical examples, including environment configuration, basic worker structure, and monitoring strategies.

vol. 2 num. 16 - 2025 Apr 21

.NET / High Availability

Building a Circuit Breaker Mechanism Using .NET The article presents a practical approach to implementing the Circuit Breaker pattern in .NET applications using the Polly library. The Circuit Breaker is a technique that increases the system's resilience by preventing cascading failures caused by external services. Through code examples, the text demonstrates how to install and configure Polly, create Circuit Breaker policies, and test their functionality.

vol. 2 num. 15 - 2025 Apr 14

.NET / Web Development

From DTO to ViewModel: Mapping Strategies Between Layers in C# This article explores the differences and mapping strategies between Data Transfer Objects (DTOs) and ViewModels in C#. DTOs are used for efficient data transfer between layers, while ViewModels cater to the specific needs of the user interface. The text discusses mapping methods, including the use of the AutoMapper library and manual approaches, as well as considerations for adoption and testing.

vol. 2 num. 14 - 2025 Apr 07

.NET / Developer Tools

Separation of Responsibilities in Practice: Comparison between N-Tier Architecture and Clean Architecture This article explores software architecture, focusing on two approaches: N-Tier and Clean Architecture. N-Tier Architecture organizes software into layers, facilitating maintenance and scalability, but it can present limitations such as tight coupling and complexity. In contrast, Clean Architecture prioritizes separation of concerns and flexibility, allowing for more effective testing and less impactful changes to business logic.

vol. 2 num. 13 - 2025 Mar 31

.NET / DevOps

Comparative Analysis between Monolithic Architecture and Microservices in .NET Applications This article explores monolithic and microservices software architectures, focusing on their implications for .NET applications. The monolithic architecture, which integrates all components into a single unit, is simpler to develop but faces challenges in scalability and maintenance as it grows.

vol. 2 num. 12 - 2025 Mar 24

.NET / Web Development

Exploring the CQRS Pattern in Web APIs with .NET Core This article explores the implementation of the Command Query Responsibility Segregation (CQRS) pattern in Web APIs using .NET Core. CQRS separates read and write operations, allowing for independent optimizations and better scalability in complex applications. The text details basic components such as commands, queries, and events, and presents a practical project in .NET Core.

vol. 2 num. 11 - 2025 Mar 17

Developer Tools / .NET

Exploring Code Smells in C#: Detection and Refactoring The article discusses the concept of "code smells," which are signs of design and implementation problems in the code that can compromise its maintainability and scalability. Although they are not bugs, their presence can affect team morale and software quality. SonarQube is presented as an effective tool for detecting these issues, allowing teams to focus on the continuous improvement of the code.

vol. 2 num. 10 - 2025 Mar 10

.NET / Developer Tools

Effective Use of Delegates for Implementing Callbacks in C# This article explores the use of delegates in C# to efficiently implement callbacks and events. It begins with an introduction to delegates, followed by practical examples that demonstrate their application in callbacks, multicast, LINQ, and asynchronous programming. The text also addresses the creation of generic delegates and the comparison between delegates and interfaces.

vol. 2 num. 9 - 2025 Mar 03

Web Development / Data Integration

API-First and Event-Driven Architecture: Complementary Approaches for Scalable Systems This article explores the intersection between two modern approaches to software architecture: API-First and Event-Driven Architecture (EDA). The API-First approach prioritizes API design before development, promoting clear collaboration and documentation, while EDA enables asynchronous and decoupled communication between components, enhancing scalability and resilience. The combination of these methodologies can lead to more efficient and agile systems.

vol. 2 num. 8 - 2025 Feb 24

Web Development / .NET

Comparison between Client-Side Rendering and Server-Side Rendering: Impacts on Performance and User Experience This article analyzes the approaches of Client-Side Rendering (CSR) and Server-Side Rendering (SSR) in web applications, highlighting their impacts on performance and user experience. CSR allows for fluid interactions but may have a slower initial load, while SSR offers fast rendering but can result in slower navigation. The choice between the two techniques should consider factors such as SEO, scalability, and the specific needs of the project.

vol. 2 num. 7 - 2025 Feb 17

Developer Tools / .NET

Comparative Analysis between Cognitive Complexity and Cyclomatic Complexity in Software Development This article explores the relationship between cognitive complexity and cyclomatic complexity in software development. Cognitive complexity, a qualitative metric, reflects the difficulty of the programmer in understanding the code, while cyclomatic complexity is a quantitative metric that measures the number of independent paths in the code. Although distinct, both impact the readability and maintainability of the software.

vol. 2 num. 6 - 2025 Feb 10

Developer Tools / .NET

Limitations and challenges of using the KLOC metric in effort estimation for C# projects The KLOC (thousands of lines of code) metric is widely used to estimate effort in software development projects, especially in C#. However, its simplicity hides significant limitations, such as the lack of consideration for code complexity and quality. Projects with the same number of lines may require different efforts, depending on the team's experience and the nature of the code.

vol. 2 num. 5 - 2025 Feb 03

Identity & Access / .NET

Optimization of Settings for Iris Recognition with VeriEye in C# Iris recognition is a biometric technique that stands out for its accuracy in security and authentication systems. This article explores the optimization of the VeriEye library in C# to improve the accuracy and speed of recognition, addressing everything from initial setup to integration with other systems. It highlights adjustments in image capture parameters, optimization of processing algorithms, and efficient data management.

vol. 2 num. 4 - 2025 Jan 27

.NET / Developer Tools

Techniques for Implementing Instance, Private, and Static Constructors in C# This article explores techniques for implementing instance, private, and static constructors in C#. Constructors are essential for the proper initialization of objects, ensuring valid states. Instance constructors allow for customization of object creation, while private constructors control the instantiation of classes, as in the Singleton pattern. Static constructors are used to initialize static members.

vol. 2 num. 3 - 2025 Jan 20

DevOps / .NET

Logging in APIs with NLog and Elasticsearch: Implementation and Best Practices This article addresses the importance of logging in APIs, highlighting how an effective logging system can improve problem identification and decision-making. Through the implementation of NLog and Elasticsearch, the text demonstrates how to configure and integrate these tools into C# projects. The article also presents best practices to ensure the usefulness of logs, such as defining appropriate levels and protecting sensitive data.

vol. 2 num. 2 - 2025 Jan 13

Developer Tools / Web Development

Strategies to Determine the Ideal Code Coverage Percentage in Web Applications This article discusses the importance of code coverage in web applications developed in C#. Code coverage is a metric that evaluates the quality of automated tests, helping to identify areas of the code that need more attention. A coverage of 70% to 80% is recommended, adjustable according to the project's context.

vol. 2 num. 1 - 2025 Jan 06

.NET / Web Development

Practical Applications of Regular Expressions for Validation in Csharp This article provides an introduction to regular expressions (regex) and their applications in data validation in C#. It explores the use of regex to check common input formats such as emails, phone numbers, CPF, URLs, passwords, dates, postal codes, and numbers. Each section includes practical code examples and detailed explanations of the expressions used.

vol. 1 num. 26 - 2024 Dec 30

.NET / Web Development

Best practices for using DTOs (Data Transfer Objects) in a clean architecture This article discusses best practices for using Data Transfer Objects (DTOs) in a clean architecture. DTOs are essential for separating responsibilities, reducing coupling between layers, and facilitating communication between systems. The text highlights the advantages of DTOs, such as data validation and performance improvement, as well as presenting guidelines for their creation, such as clear naming and immutable properties.

vol. 1 num. 25 - 2024 Dec 23

.NET / Developer Tools

Comparison of Transient, Scoped, and Singleton: Optimized Approaches for Dependency Injection in C# Dependency Injection (DI) is an essential design pattern for separation of concerns in C# applications. This article explores the three main modes of DI: Transient, Scoped, and Singleton. The Transient approach creates new instances with each request, making it ideal for lightweight services. Scoped reuses instances during an HTTP request, making it suitable for services that temporarily share data. Singleton, in turn, ensures a single instance for the entire application.

vol. 1 num. 24 - 2024 Dec 16

Developer Tools / .NET

Strategies for Identifying Dead Code in .NET Applications The article discusses the importance of identifying and removing dead code in .NET applications, defining it as unused code that can compromise readability, performance, and maintenance of the software. It highlights various techniques for its identification, including static analysis, test coverage monitoring, dependency analysis, code reviews, and feedback from error reports. Tools such as ReSharper, SonarQube, and NDepend are mentioned as useful resources.

vol. 1 num. 23 - 2024 Dec 09

.NET / Developer Tools

Factory Pattern: Structure, Application, and Practical Details The article explores the Factory design pattern, a widely used approach in software development that allows the creation of objects without specifying their concrete classes. It details the Factory Method and Abstract Factory variants, presenting their implementations in C# and practical cases.

vol. 1 num. 22 - 2024 Dec 02

.NET / Developer Tools

Development of Recommendation Systems with OpenAI Embeddings and Csharp This article presents an introduction to recommendation systems, highlighting their importance in digital platforms and the use of algorithms to personalize the user experience. It explores the concept of OpenAI embeddings, which are vector representations of words, essential for improving the accuracy of recommendations. The text details the implementation of collaborative filtering and content-based methods in C#.

vol. 1 num. 21 - 2024 Nov 25

.NET / Developer Tools

Exploring the Use of OpenAI Completions in Csharp Projects This article explores the integration of OpenAI in C# projects and how artificial intelligence can revolutionize application development. It initially addresses the environment setup, including the installation of the .NET SDK and authentication with the OpenAI API. It then presents practical examples of text generation, chatbot building, and structured data analysis. The article also discusses security and privacy considerations, as well as envisioning the future of AI in C#.

vol. 1 num. 20 - 2024 Nov 18

Developer Tools / .NET

Improving Test Coverage in Csharp Using Moq and xUnit This article addresses the importance of test coverage in software development in C#, highlighting the use of the xUnit and Moq tools. Test coverage is vital to ensure code quality, identifying failures and preventing issues in production. The article explores the configuration of the testing environment, writing unit tests, and using mocks with Moq to isolate dependencies.

vol. 1 num. 19 - 2024 Nov 11

Developer Tools / .NET

Analysis and Monitoring of Quality Metrics in C# with SonarQube This article provides an introduction to code quality monitoring in software development, highlighting the importance of quality and the SonarQube tool, which performs static code analysis in C# projects. The text explores the main features of SonarQube, including detailed reports and integration with CI/CD processes.

vol. 1 num. 18 - 2024 Nov 04

.NET / Developer Tools

Exploring abstract, virtual, override, and sealed to Implement Polymorphism in Csharp The article discusses the concept of polymorphism in C#, a pillar of object-oriented programming, allowing methods with the same name to behave differently in different classes. It explores the use of the keywords `abstract`, `virtual`, `override`, and `sealed` to implement polymorphism, illustrating with practical examples.

vol. 1 num. 17 - 2024 Oct 28

Developer Tools / .NET

Naming Strategies for Variables and Methods in Csharp This article discusses the importance of proper naming in programming, especially in C#. It highlights how clear and descriptive names for variables and methods improve readability, maintenance, and collaboration in software projects. The text presents naming guidelines, such as the use of PascalCase and camelCase, as well as strategies for intuitively naming variables and methods.

vol. 1 num. 16 - 2024 Oct 21

.NET / Developer Tools

Main Practices of Immutability in C# for Safer and More Efficient Code This article explores the concept of immutability in C#, highlighting its advantages, such as safety and efficiency in software development. It presents the implementation of immutable classes and structs, as well as tuples, which are immutable by default. The use of immutable collections is also discussed, emphasizing data integrity in complex applications.

vol. 1 num. 15 - 2024 Oct 14

.NET / Developer Tools

Lazy Loading in .NET: Best Practices and Precautions for Performance Optimization This article explores the Lazy Loading technique in .NET applications, highlighting best practices, precautions, and performance impact. Lazy Loading allows for on-demand data loading, optimizing resource usage and enhancing user experience. The text discusses implementation alongside ORM, such as Entity Framework, and presents practical examples.

vol. 1 num. 14 - 2024 Oct 07

.NET / Web Development

Exploring the Prototype Pattern in Web APIs using Csharp The article explores the application of the Prototype pattern in Web APIs using C#. The Prototype allows for the creation of new objects from existing instances, avoiding the complexity and cost of starting from scratch. The implementation includes the definition of an IProduct interface and classes that implement it, demonstrating the cloning of products and categories. The use of this pattern offers benefits such as increased performance, simplicity, and ease of maintenance.

vol. 1 num. 13 - 2024 Sep 30

DevOps / .NET

Strategies for collecting Metrics and Logs in WebAPI using Csharp with OpenTelemetry The article provides an introduction to OpenTelemetry, an essential tool for the observability of distributed systems. With the increasing complexity of applications, OpenTelemetry offers a unified standard for collecting metrics, logs, and tracing. The text details the initial setup in C# applications, including the collection of metrics and logs, integration with monitoring backends like Jaeger, and best practices for instrumentation.

vol. 1 num. 12 - 2024 Sep 23

Developer Tools / .NET

Performance analysis in Csharp with BenchmarkDotNet: Report and Evaluation This article provides an introduction to Benchmarking in C# using the BenchmarkDotNet library, essential for performance analysis in software development. It covers everything from installation and configuration to creating benchmarks to measure the efficiency of algorithms and data structures. The text details the interpretation of results, report generation, and best practices to ensure accurate measurements.

vol. 1 num. 11 - 2024 Sep 16

.NET / Developer Tools

Comparative Analysis of Patterns: Distinctions and Applications of Behavioral, Creational, and Structural Patterns Comparative analysis between behavioral, creational, and structural patterns, highlighting their distinctions and applications in software development. Behavioral patterns are explored for their ability to facilitate interaction between objects. Creational patterns are evaluated for their capability to abstract the object creation process. Finally, structural patterns are analyzed by the way they organize classes and objects in larger and more complex systems.

vol. 1 num. 10 - 2024 Sep 09

.NET / Developer Tools

The Singleton Pattern in Scalability Contexts: Performance Evaluation and Maintenance Impacts of Systems The Singleton pattern is widely used to ensure the existence of a single instance of a class and provide a global point of access to that instance. However, its application in scalable systems can present significant challenges related to performance and maintenance. This article presents potential impacts of the Singleton pattern in scalability contexts, analyzing how it affects the performance of distributed systems and ease of maintenance.

vol. 1 num. 9 - 2024 Sep 02

Web Development / .NET

Implementation and Challenges of CORS in Web Applications Developed with Csharp: A Technical and Practical Analysis This article explores the implementation and challenges of Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS) in web applications developed with C#. Through a technical and practical analysis, the study addresses the necessary configurations to enable CORS, the common scenarios in which CORS issues occur, and the best practices to mitigate them.

vol. 1 num. 8 - 2024 Aug 26

.NET / Developer Tools

Comparison between Ports in Hexagonal Architecture and Interfaces in Clean Architecture: A Conceptual and Practical Analysis The article explores the similarities and differences between two central concepts in popular software architectures: Ports in Hexagonal Architecture and Interfaces in Clean Architecture. The analysis addresses the theoretical foundations of each approach, highlighting how these concepts shape the structure and interaction of software components.

vol. 1 num. 7 - 2024 Aug 19

Developer Tools / .NET

Guidelines for the Efficient Use of the Bogus Library in C# for Fake Data Generation The Bogus library is widely used for generating fake data in software development projects, especially in testing environments. This article presents a set of guidelines and best practices for the efficient use of Bogus in C#. The goal is to assist developers in creating realistic and varied data, ensuring that software tests are robust and representative. The article also explores some advanced features of the library.

vol. 1 num. 6 - 2024 Aug 12

.NET / Developer Tools

Unveiling Generics in C#: Working for Reusable and Efficient Code Generics in C# allow for the creation of flexible and reusable code for different data types, offering benefits such as code reuse, compile-time safety, and performance improvements, exemplified by the creation of generic lists, comparison methods, and use with type constraints.

vol. 1 num. 5 - 2024 Aug 05

.NET / Developer Tools

Reflection and Attributes in C#: Understanding the Role and Usage Reflection and attributes are essential in the development of applications in C#, allowing for more flexible and dynamic code.

vol. 1 num. 4 - 2024 Jul 29

.NET / Developer Security

String Interpolation in C#: Essential Tips to Avoid Issues String interpolation in C# allows for inserting variables directly into strings in a readable and efficient manner. However, improper use can compromise important aspects, such as application security.

vol. 1 num. 3 - 2024 Jul 22

.NET / Developer Tools

Asynchronous programming in C#: How and why to use it? Asynchronous programming in C# improves the efficiency and scalability of applications by allowing the execution of multiple tasks concurrently without blocking the main thread.

vol. 1 num. 2 - 2024 Jul 15

Enterprise and Platform Security / High Availability

What are the consequences of a cyber blackout? Is it possible to mitigate the risks? The article addresses the phenomenon of cyber blackout, its devastating consequences for society and the economy, and the importance of mitigation strategies and technological innovation in cybersecurity.

vol. 1 num. 1 - 2024 Jul 08

.NET / DevOps

Dealing with breaking changes during the migration of an application to .NET 8 Dealing with breaking changes during the migration to .NET 8: strategies to ensure a smooth transition.

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