Notes from the workbench
everything I'm learning about modern .NET.
Tutorials, deep-dives, and field notes on .NET, ASP.NET Core, EF Core, AWS, Docker, and the architecture that holds up in production. Written when I've shipped something or learned something worth sharing.
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dotnetStructured Logging with Serilog in ASP.NET Core .NET 10
Master structured logging with Serilog in ASP.NET Core .NET 10 - sinks, enrichers, OpenTelemetry, anti-patterns, correlation IDs, and production-ready config templates.
May 23, 2020 · 17 min read → -
dotnet docker +1Containerize .NET 10 Apps Without a Dockerfile - dotnet publish Containers
Containerize .NET 10 apps without a Dockerfile using dotnet publish. Image size benchmarks, Alpine vs Chiseled, CI/CD with GitHub Actions, and more.
Feb 10, 2023 · 15 min read → -
dotnetMigrate from .sln to .slnx in .NET 10 - Complete Guide to the New Solution Format
Learn how to migrate from .sln to .slnx in .NET 10. Understand the new XML-based solution format, migration methods, CI/CD compatibility, and team adoption strategy.
Feb 27, 2026 · 13 min read → -
architectureGitFlow vs GitHub Flow vs Trunk-Based Development Guide
Compare GitFlow, GitHub Flow, and Trunk-Based Development with real-world scenarios, DORA metrics, and decision guidance. Pick the right Git workflow for your team.
Feb 26, 2026 · 17 min read → -
claudePlan Mode in Claude Code - Think Before You Build with AI
Master Plan Mode in Claude Code with a real ASP.NET Core walkthrough, decision matrix, Ctrl+G plan editing, and daily usage tips.
Feb 25, 2026 · 20 min read → -
dotnet webapi-coursePagination, Sorting & Searching in ASP.NET Core Web API
Implement pagination, sorting, and searching in ASP.NET Core Web API with EF Core 10. Offset & keyset pagination, dynamic sorting, and performance tips.
Feb 16, 2026 · 17 min read → -
dotnet webapi-coursedotnet run app.cs - Run C# Without a Project File in .NET 10
Run C# like Python with dotnet run app.cs in .NET 10. Complete guide with directives, practical examples, Native AOT publishing, and CLI reference.
Jan 26, 2026 · 15 min read → -
dotnet claudeCLAUDE.md for .NET Developers - Complete Guide with Templates
Learn to write the perfect CLAUDE.md for .NET projects. Includes copy-paste templates for Clean Architecture, Minimal APIs, and enterprise solutions.
Jan 24, 2026 · 13 min read → -
dotnet webapi-courseGlobal Exception Handling in ASP.NET Core - The Complete Guide for .NET 10
Master IExceptionHandler in ASP.NET Core. Complete guide with custom exceptions, handler chaining, Problem Details, and .NET 10's SuppressDiagnosticsCallback.
Apr 27, 2024 · 23 min read → -
dotnet architecture.NET Aspire Tutorial - Build Cloud-Ready Apps with .NET 10 and PostgreSQL
Step-by-step .NET Aspire tutorial for .NET developers. Build a Book Store API with PostgreSQL, EF Core & Aspire 13. Includes source code, Aspire dashboard walkthrough, observability setup & deployment tips.
Nov 20, 2025 · 28 min read → -
claudeClaude Code Tutorial for Beginners - Complete 2026 Guide to AI Coding
Learn Claude Code from scratch in 15 minutes. Step-by-step installation, CLAUDE.md setup, Plan Mode mastery, and honest comparison with GitHub Copilot and Cursor. Includes practical tips from daily usage.
Jan 15, 2026 · 21 min read → -
dotnet webapi-courseMinimal API Endpoints in ASP.NET Core - Complete Guide for .NET 10
Master Minimal APIs in ASP.NET Core with this comprehensive guide. Learn route handlers, parameter binding, route groups, endpoint filters, TypedResults, built-in validation, and OpenAPI integration with practical examples for .NET 10.
Jan 15, 2026 · 18 min read →