Introduction In C#, records are a type introduced in C# 9.0 as part of .NET 5. They are a reference type that provides a concise syntax to define immutable data…
What are C# Records
Understanding Boxing and Unboxing in C#
Introduction In C#, understanding the concepts of boxing and unboxing is crucial for efficient memory management and performance optimization. These operations, which deal with converting between value types and reference…
SonarLint for C#: Elevating Code Quality and Productivity
Introduction Code quality is a cornerstone for success in software development, especially for C# developers. This is where SonarLint, an IDE extension, becomes a game-changer. It's not just a tool;…
Building Minimal APIs with .NET 8 and C#
Introduction The release of .NET 8 brings a fresh and efficient way to build APIs using the C# programming language. One of the great features is the introduction and enhancement…
Understanding .NET Collection Classes and Their Performance
Introduction In the .NET framework, collection classes are fundamental to storing and managing data efficiently. Understanding the performance characteristics of these collections is crucial for developers to make informed decisions…
Write a Self Updating Application on a Raspberry Pi with C#
Writing a C# routine for auto-upgrading an application on a Raspberry Pi can be quite an interesting task. The Raspberry Pi typically runs on a Linux-based OS, such as Raspberry…
File Compression in C# with System.IO.Compression
Introduction In software development, managing file sizes efficiently is crucial. Whether it's for saving disk space, optimizing data transfer, or archiving purposes, file compression plays a pivotal role. In the…
Send an ESP32 New Firmware OTA
To facilitate over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates for the ESP32 using a C# application, you'll need to prepare both the ESP32 firmware to handle OTA requests and write C# code to…
C# and handling SSL Certificate Problems
Image by Vectorportal.com, CC BY Background Throughout my career, virtually every project I have worked on has integrated with other systems. In the 'old days', the security of these systems…
Generate a C# class from a SQL Table
Background Most of the systems I have worked on are Database First applications. Either the team or SQL experts define the database first - or it has existed for years…