Unlocking the Power of SQL Server Keys

Unlocking the Power of SQL Server Keys

Database keys are the backbone of relational databases. They provide data integrity and seamless relationships between tables. Database keys are crucial for fetching records on any website. On an e-commerce website, where you manage customers’ data or track orders for multiple records, choosing the right keys can significantly impact database performance and consistency. In this … Read more

Master SQL Server Math Functions: A Complete Guide

Master SQL Server Math Functions

Mathematics is the backbone of data analysis, financial computations, and geometric calculations in SQL Server. Whether you’re calculating profits, analyzing data trends, or handling trigonometric computations, SQL Server’s built-in math functions can simplify your life. This guide dives deep into the most essential SQL Server math functions, offering detailed explanations and practical examples to help … Read more

26 Essential SQL Server String Functions

26 Essential SQL Server String Functions

String manipulation is essential for managing and transforming textual data when working with SQL Server. SQL Server offers a robust set of string functions that empower developers to extract insights, clean data, and simplify complex transformations. In this blog, we will explore 26 essential SQL Server string functions, providing step-by-step guidance, real-world examples, and advanced … Read more

Mastering SQL Server DateTime Functions: The Key to Avoiding Costly Mistakes

Mastering SQL Server DateTime Functions: The Key to Avoiding Costly Mistakes

DateTime is one of the most crucial data types used in the database. It can be used to track events, manage schedules, and analyze trends. If you are not properly handling datetime values, it can lead to errors, inaccurate reports, and even business losses. Developers often encounter challenges like formatting inconsistencies, handling NULLs, and managing … Read more

6 Different Types of Indexes in SQL Server

6 Different Types of Indexes in SQL Server

Indexes are important for optimizing database performance in SQL Server. They help SQL Server find the information it needs quickly, significantly speeding up query execution and data retrieval.  Without indexes, SQL Server would have to scan entire tables row by row, which can be a time-consuming process, especially for large datasets. This blog will explain … Read more

Mastering All SQL Joins: Inner, Left, Right, Full, Cross, and Self Joins Explained

Mastering All SQL Joins: Inner, Left, Right, Full, Cross, and Self Joins Explained

SQL Joins are useful concepts for working with relational data. Joins allow you to combine data from two or more tables based on related columns. Using joins you can create effective database queries. In this blog, we’ll explore inner joins, left joins, right joins, full joins, cross joins, and self joins. By the end, you’ll … Read more

Generating PDFs from Razor Views Using NReco PDF Generator

Generating PDFs from Razor Views Using NReco PDF Generator

In modern web applications, it is essential to generate pdf for users.  For example, on the e-commerce website, we generate invoice reports, order reports etc. With ASP.NET Core 8, generating PDFs from Razor views is easier than ever, thanks to tools like the NReco PDF generator. In this blog, we’ll go step-by-step through the setup … Read more

Exporting Data to Excel in ASP.NET Core 8 Using EPPlus

Exporting Data to Excel in ASP.NET Core 8 Using EPPlus

Exporting data to Excel is a common feature in modern web applications. In this blog, we will explain how to Do So using EPPlus in ASP.NET Core 8. We’ll cover everything from basic export functionality to advanced formatting (like headers and styles). Introduction to EPPlus EPPlus is a popular open-source .NET library that makes it … Read more

Reverse Engineering in Entity Framework Core

Reverse Engineering in Entity Framework Core

Every software development uses a database, so working with a database is very important. In Entity Framework Core, there are two main ways to interact with a database: Code First and Database First(Reverse Engineering). In the Code First approach, you need to design models first, and then a database is generated from the models. The  … Read more

Middleware in .NET Core

Middleware in .NET Core

Middleware is an important part of .NET Core applications. It provides a way to handle requests and responses within the web application pipeline. If you want to understand middleware better, this blog is for you. We will cover what middleware is, why it is important, and how you create your custom middleware with examples. Introduction … Read more