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49 posts in this category.
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Query Optimization Techniques for SQL Server Workloads
Performance issues in SQL Server often stem from suboptimal queries and missing indexes. Learn proven techniques to analyze and tune your T-SQL for better throughput in production databases.
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HTTP/3 and QUIC Improvements in ASP.NET Core 10
ASP.NET Core 10 ships meaningful refinements to its HTTP/3 and QUIC implementation that reduce handshake latency and improve multiplexing under load. This post shows exactly how to enable and tune the new behavior in production deployments on Windows Server.
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Mitigating Recent ASP.NET Core Header Parsing Risks
A recent Microsoft security advisory highlights risks in ASP.NET Core header handling that can lead to authentication bypass on production sites. Learn who is affected and the exact configuration changes required to close the exposure.
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PowerShell for IIS Configuration on Windows Server
PowerShell provides reliable automation for managing IIS sites, application pools, and security on current Windows Server releases. This guide covers practical cmdlets and scripts that system administrators use to maintain consistent hosting environments.
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T-SQL Query Optimization Patterns for Production SQL Server
Tuning queries and indexes remains the fastest path to lower latency and higher throughput on SQL Server. This post covers practical patterns that consistently deliver measurable gains in production workloads.
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Native AOT Deployment for ASP.NET Core in .NET 10
Native AOT compilation in .NET 10 delivers smaller binaries and faster startup for ASP.NET Core services. This post covers the practical steps to enable it and the trade-offs developers encounter in real workloads.
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Mitigating the 2026 ASP.NET Core Deserialization Advisory
A deserialization flaw disclosed in March 2026 affects ASP.NET Core applications running on .NET 9 and earlier. Production sites must update to the current LTS release and tighten serialization settings to prevent remote code execution.
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Reliable .NET CI/CD Patterns for Faster Releases
Modern .NET teams can cut deployment lead time by adopting trunk-based development, automated quality gates, and declarative pipeline definitions. These patterns reduce manual steps while maintaining the stability required for Windows Server and IIS workloads.
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Container Orchestration Shifts for .NET Workloads
Recent updates to orchestration platforms and observability tooling are simplifying how .NET teams package, deploy, and monitor containerized applications. These changes reduce operational overhead while improving reliability across both cloud and on-premises Windows environments.
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PowerShell Automation for IIS on Windows Server 2025
System administrators running Windows Server 2025 can use PowerShell to automate IIS site provisioning and Active Directory authentication setup. These scripts reduce configuration drift and enforce consistent security policies across hosted .NET applications.
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.NET 10 and C# 13 Updates for May 2026
The May 2026 .NET 10 release delivers measurable runtime gains and C# 13 language refinements that affect everyday code. This post summarizes the concrete changes and shows short examples of how they integrate into existing ASP.NET Core applications.
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Index Maintenance Strategies for SQL Server Production
Index fragmentation directly impacts query performance and resource usage in SQL Server. Regular, targeted maintenance keeps execution plans stable and prevents unnecessary I/O growth without excessive downtime.
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Native AOT for Smaller ASP.NET Core Deployments
Native AOT compilation produces self-contained, trimmed binaries that start faster and consume less memory. This post shows how to adopt it in current ASP.NET Core projects and the concrete changes required.
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Tuning SQL Server Queries for Production Performance
Effective query tuning in modern SQL Server begins with execution plan analysis and targeted indexing rather than guesswork. This approach reduces CPU and I/O pressure while maintaining consistent throughput under concurrent production loads.
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.NET 10 Delivers Major Runtime and C# Gains
Microsoft shipped .NET 10 in November 2025 with substantial performance work in the runtime and several targeted C# 14 language additions. The release improves ahead-of-time compilation, reduces memory pressure in long-running services, and adds practical syntax for common patterns.