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Synopsis
Model, map, and access data effectively with Entity Framework Core 2, the latest evolution of Microsoft's object-relational mapping framework that allows developers to access data using .NET objects, and the most common data access layer used in ASP.NET Core MVC 2 projects.
Best-selling author
Adam Freeman explains how to get the most from Entity Framework Core 2 in MVC projects. He begins by describing the different ways that Entity Framework Core 2 can model data and the different types of databases that can be used. He then shows you how to use Entity Framework Core 2 in your own MVC projects, starting from the nuts-and-bolts and building up to the most advanced and sophisticated features, going in-depth to give you the knowledge you need.
What you'll learn: - Gain a solid architectural understanding of Entity Framework Core 2
- Learn how to create databases using your MVC data model
- Learn how to create MVC models using an existing database
- Learn how to use Entity Framework Core 2 to access data in an MVC application
- Learn how to unit test Entity Framework Core 2 in projects
Each topic is covered clearly and concisely and is packed with the details you need to learn to be truly effective. The most important features are given a no-nonsense in-depth treatment and chapters include common problems and details of how to avoid them.
Who this book is for: This book is for ASP.NET Core MVC 2 developers who want to use Entity Framework Core 2 as the data access layer in their projects.
Synopsis
Part 1------1 - Entity Framework Core in Context2 - Your First Entity Framework Core Application3 - Working with Databases4 - SportsStore - A Real (Data) Application5 - SportsStore - Storing Data6 - SportsStore - Modifying Data7 - SportsStore - Expanding the Data Model8 - SportsStore - Scaling Up9 - SportsStore - Customer Features10 - SportsStore - Creating An API
Part 2-----11 - Working with Entity Framework Core12 - Performing Data Operations13 - Understanding Migrations14 - Creating Data Relationships15 - Working with Relationships, Part 116 - Working with Relationships, Part 217 - Scaffolding an Existing Database18 - Manually Modelling a Database
Part 3-----19 - Keys20 - Querying Data21 - Storing Data22 - Deleting Data23 - Using Database Server Features24 - Using Transactions