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Published 08/05/2015
Become proficient with a couple of things you can do with PostgreSQL, and learn how to get direct access to PG by using its native ADO.NET connector.
The Server Explorer in Visual Studio
Published 09/17/2014
For a new programmer, the Server Explorer in Visual Studio might need some proper explanation.
Entity Framework Code First Simplicity
Published 08/08/2014
Looking to quickly get started with Code First in .NET, but don't have the time to read and digest all the tutorials that are available out there? Peter Shaw shows you the quickest, simplest way to get started with Code First Entity Framework (EF).
Portable Databases
Published 08/01/2014
In today's world of mobile apps, it's not an unreasonable expectation to want a database that's small, lightweight, and travels with the app from device to device. Take a quick look at what's available out there, and a few of the pros and cons of each.
Step-by-Step Guide to Using Generic ADO.NET
Published 07/18/2014
ADO.NET is used to access data. Learn how easy using ADO.NET is in this step-by-step guide!
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Published 07/10/2015
Quirky and yet persistent, C++ is a language that keeps programmers coming back to it. Pick up some new ways to wrangle it into your workflow.
Creating a Server with .NET Socket Programming
Published 09/02/2015
HTTP isn't the only network protocol that's useful. Learn about, or beef up your skills with, socket-level programming.
Common Library Functions in Visual Basic
Published 08/31/2015
Learn about the functions, and see a small example of how the particular functions can be used.
The Top Challenge for Developers is...
Published 04/16/2015
Most developers face a grueling challenge to please their end users. We asked their top challenge is. With over 3,000 responses, the results are now available!
