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Real-World Refactoring: Parameter List to Parameter Object

Real-World Refactoring: Parameter List to Parameter Object

While most methods require 1-3 parameters, developers sometimes go overboard with parameter lists in the method signature. Today, we refactor a large parameter list into a Parameter Object pattern.

The Ultimate Guide To Unit Testing in ASP.NET MVC

The Ultimate Guide To Unit Testing in ASP.NET MVC

With most development, you need checks-and-balances with your application. Today, I show you what makes unit testing great and the best ways to achieve exceptional unit test coverage in your ASP.NET MVC application.

A Better Entity Framework Unit Of Work Pattern

A Better Entity Framework Unit Of Work Pattern

The standard Unit Of Work pattern has been around for the last 5 years. Today, I talk about a better way to implement the Unit of Work design pattern.

Using Subdomains in ASP.NET MVC

Using Subdomains in ASP.NET MVC

Experienced web developers create subdomains for a number of reasons. Today, I discuss how to easily add subdomains to your ASP.NET MVC site.

Software Architect: What It Means

Software Architect: What It Means

When someone is hired as an architect, that's definitely a loaded term. Today, I cover a number of architect titles and their meanings.

ASP.NET MVC: Enhancing The WebGrid - Excel-like FIltering

ASP.NET MVC: Enhancing The WebGrid - Excel-like FIltering

Everyone loves Excel, but can we implement Excel filtering in a WebGrid? Today, we answer that question by enhancing our webgrid with Excel-like filtering.

You cannot build a perfect system

You cannot build a perfect system

How many of you expect to write the perfect system on your next project? If you're practical, you'll realize it's not going to happen.

Codemash 2.0.1.6: My Exhaustive Week

Codemash 2.0.1.6: My Exhaustive Week

Codemash 2016 was one of the best conferences this year. Today, I cover the sessions and workshops I attended from last week.

Real-World Refactoring: Use a generic HtmlHelper For Your WebGrid

Real-World Refactoring: Use a generic HtmlHelper For Your WebGrid

Displaying an update link can be very repetitive for every one of your WebGrids in ASP.NET MVC, but this refactoring makes it a bit easier.

Twas the 'Net before Christmas

Twas the 'Net before Christmas

Here's a little spin on the classic story, but just a little bit updated for our time.