What you'll learn

Entity Framework (EF) Core is Microsoft’s cross-platform data access framework for .NET. Understanding data access in modern .NET applications can be complex, with many tools, patterns, and trade-offs to consider. In this course, EF Core 10: The Big Picture, you’ll gain a high-level understanding of how EF Core fits into the .NET ecosystem and how it enables scalable, maintainable data-driven applications. First, you’ll explore the architecture of EF Core, including its building blocks, change tracking, and query pipeline. Next, you’ll discover how EF Core models data, manages state, and supports logging and testing to ensure robust applications. Finally, you’ll learn how EF Core integrates into enterprise and cloud-native scenarios, where performance, scalability, and modern AI workloads come into play. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have a clear understanding of EF Core’s role in modern .NET development and the strategic knowledge needed to make informed architectural and design decisions.