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Jay Krishna Reddy's contributions
- News · Windows
Microsoft Rolls Out Windows 11 Update With Customizable Right-Click Menu
Learn what Windows 11 KB5127936 adds, including a customizable right-click menu, expanded dark mode, File Explorer updates, and system fixes.
- News · Apple
Apple’s Mac Studio M5 Ultra Gets a $15,500 RAM Upgrade
Apple’s Mac Studio M5 Ultra adds 512GB of unified memory for $15,500, targeting AI, machine learning, 3D, and other demanding professional workloads.
- News · Apple
Apple Announces New MacBook Pro with Advanced Display
Apple’s redesigned MacBook Pro adds a tandem OLED touchscreen, M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, longer battery life, and new macOS features.
- News · Alexa Skills
Amazon Introduces Five New Alexa Devices to Make Smart Homes Smarter
A news summary of Amazon’s five new Alexa devices, covering their smart home, entertainment, monitoring, and daily routine features.
- Article · .NET
Debug Faster in Visual Studio
Learn how to use DebuggerDisplay in .NET classes to make Visual Studio watch, locals, and data-tip values clearer during debugging.
- News · Current Affairs
Volvo Cars to Cut 2,500 Jobs
Volvo Cars plans 2,500 global job cuts after steep losses and falling revenue, targeting SEK 5 billion in annual savings.
- Article · Databases & DBA
The Real-World Guide to Database Optimization
Learn practical ways to speed up databases using indexes, focused queries, caching, partitioning, joins, and connection pooling.
- Article · Career Advice
Why Being a “Coder” Isn’t Enough Anymore
Explores how developers can adapt to AI by focusing on problem solving, AI orchestration, agentic architecture, and solution design.
- Article · .NET
The era of the .csproj is over: How Microsoft Just Simplified C# Forever.
Learn how .NET 10 file-based apps let developers run C# files without a .csproj, and how scripts can later be converted into full projects.
- Article · C#
Count() vs Any() in C#
Unlock C# performance! Discover the crucial difference between Count() and Any() when checking for emptiness in collections and LINQ queries. Learn when to use each for optimal speed, especially with EF Core and large datasets. Avoid performance pitfalls!
- Article · LINQ
How LINQ Turns Your C# Code into SQL Queries (With Real Examples)
Unlock the power of LINQ! This article provides a comprehensive guide on how LINQ translates your C# code into efficient SQL queries. Learn with practical examples demonstrating filtering, joining, ordering, and grouping. Understand deferred execution and the difference between LINQ to Entities and LINQ to Objects. Master LINQ and optimize your database interactions in .NET!
- Article · SQL Server
The Future of Azure Data Studio: What’s Next for SQL Development?
Azure Data Studio (ADS) is being retired in favor of Visual Studio Code (VS Code) for SQL development. This article outlines the key benefits of migrating to VS Code, including improved performance, a vast extension marketplace, unified development experience, and long-term support.
- Article · Entity Framework
How to Choose the Right Loading Strategy in EF Core?
This article dives into Eager Loading and Lazy Loading strategies, explaining their pros, cons, and practical examples using Customers and Orders. Learn when to use each approach to optimize database queries, reduce memory usage, and prevent the N+1 problem. Choose the right loading strategy for efficient and scalable applications.
- Article · Entity Framework
Using Enums as Strings in EF Core
Learn how to store enums as strings in EF Core for improved database readability and maintainability. Explore the pros, cons, and step-by-step implementation.
- Article · ASP.NET Core
Understanding IServiceScopeFactory in .NET: When, Why, and How to Use It (With Real Examples)
IServiceScopeFactory in .NET enables the manual creation of scoped services, allowing singletons and background tasks to safely utilize scoped dependencies. This ensures proper disposal, prevents memory leaks, and maintains DI lifetimes.
- Article · Design Patterns & Practices
CQRS ≠ MediatR
Demystifying CQRS and MediatR in .NET! Learn the difference between Command Query Responsibility Segregation and MediatR, with practical examples. Use them right!
- Article · LINQ
Understanding Select vs SelectMany in LINQ
In this article, we are going to learn about the importance of LINQ features of select and SelectMany and the difference between them.
- Article · SQL
Understanding Change Data Capture (CDC) and Its Types
In this article we are going to learn about the CDC and types of CDC approaches. It helps keep data in sync without causing a heavy load on the database.
- Article · .NET
.NET Controllers or Minimal API’s ?
In .NET, Controllers provide a structured MVC approach for complex applications, offering features like action filters and model binding. Minimal APIs offer a streamlined syntax for lightweight, high-performance APIs, ideal for microservices.
- Article · Entity Framework
Be Careful Using Distinct and OrderBy in EF Core Queries
Combining Distinct() and OrderBy() in EF Core queries can lead to performance issues. This article explains why and offers solutions for efficient data retrieval.
- Article · Entity Framework
Simplify Your Queries With “AutoInclude” In EntityFramework Core
In this article, we will discover how the "AutoInclude" feature in EntityFramework Core simplifies query writing by automatically including related navigation properties.
- Article · Visual Studio
Use Endpoints Explorer with .http Files in Visual Studio
Say goodbye to Postman and Swagger with Endpoints Explorer in Visual Studio! Learn how to test and explore APIs using .http files, simplify your API workflow, and enhance your development experience.
- Article · .NET
Goodbye Swagger: How .NET 9 is Redefining API Documentation
Explore the changes in .NET 9 API documentation as Swagger is removed from templates. Learn about alternatives like Microsoft.AspNetCore.OpenApi, NSwag, and custom UIs to adapt workflows and ensure seamless API visualization.
- Article · .NET
.NET 9 is Out Now
This article explains in detail the latest release of .NET. The latest .NET ecosystem updates improve performance, security, and productivity across C# 13, ASP.NET Core, EF Core, .NET Runtime, Libraries, SDK, and .NET MAUI, advancing developer capabilities significantly.
- Article · Servers
Learn Protocol Buffers in gRPC
This content explores how Protobuf enables efficient data serialization, improves API performance, and provides structured messaging, making it ideal for scalable microservices.
