Understand parameter binding in ASP.Net Web API
ASP.Net Web API is a lightweight framework that can be used for building RESTful HTTP services. When working with controller methods in Web API, you will often need to pass...
Opt out of Insider to avoid Windows 10 beta build 16170
If you're in the Windows Insider Program, you're currently on build 15063 (likely 15063.14), and you want to stay with the Creators Update, you need to take your machine out...
Microsoft will kill some Windows 7 and 8.1 support in April
Events of the past week have drawn into sharp focus the likely result of next month's patching cycle. If you have a Windows 7 or 8.1 PC that you bought,...
How to use the Dapper ORM in C#
Object relational mappers (ORMs) have been in use for a long time to eliminate the impedance mismatch that exists between the object models of programming languages and the data models...
How to write performance tests using NBench
When working with applications, you will often want to know the memory allocation, garbage collection (GC) overhead, and throughput of the code. Your application might be slow, or it might...
Microsoft closes the door on Visual Studio’s Team Rooms
Microsoft's Team Room collaboration capability for application lifecycle management soon will be no more. Instead, developers will need to rely on other options, such as Slack...
Microsoft has reissued KB 3150513 snooping patch twice this month
Microsoft is , but has switched into high gear with changes to the telemetry system that helps it detect when a PC is ready to be upgraded. The branding of those recent...
How to use File Providers in ASP.Net Core
File Providers in ASP.Net Core provide a layer of abstraction on the file system, allowing us to easily obtain file and directory information, watch for changes, and of course access...
HoloLens goes to work—but easier developer tools are needed
Several decades into the desktop PC revolution, there are more than 2 billion workers around the world who don’t have a desk. These field workers maintain much of the infrastructure...
6 security reasons to upgrade to Windows 10
From advanced authentication to new privacy controls, Windows 10 offers users solid security reasons to upgrade.
