Clean code tip: small functions bring smarter exceptions

Smaller functions help us write better code, but have also a nice side effect: they help us to understand where an exception was thrown. Let’s see how! Continue reading

How to add a caching layer in .NET 5 with Decorator pattern and Scrutor

You should not add the caching logic in the same component used for retrieving data from external sources: you’d better use the Decorator Pattern. We’ll see how to use it, what benefits it brings to your application, and how to use Scrutor to add it to your .NET projects. Continue reading

C# tip: create correct DateTimes with DateTimeKind

Creating simple DateTimes creates issues when handling timezones. You can solve some issues by using DateTimeKind Continue reading

Code opinion: performance or clean code?

In any application, writing code that is clean and performant is crucial. But we often can’t have both. What to choose? Continue reading

Clean code tip: Use pronounceable and searchable names

Two of the operations you often do with your code is to discuss it, or perform a search over it. So using good names will help in both situations. Continue reading

Simplify debugging with DebuggerDisplay attribute dotNET

Debugging our .NET applications can be cumbersome. With the DebuggerDisplay attribute we can simplify it by displaying custom messages. Continue reading

C# tip: String.IsNullOrEmpty or String.IsNullOrWhiteSpace?

Is your string really empty, or has it hidden characters? With String.IsNullOrEmpty and String.IsNullOrWhiteSpace you can find it Continue reading