Lets look at a brief code by code comparison of how to perform different data access operations using the Linq to Sql framework compared to using the Orasis Generated data access layer from a mapping project. Download the NorthwindDataAccess project... [More]

After reviewing all the major ORM technologies out there and participating in a project that was a classic ORM nightmare, I have come to the following conclusion: ORM is a good acronym but not a good concept. But, I must give credit where credit is d... [More]

ADO.Net revived. Why now visual crafting of your data access tier seems the right solution. Start mapping not coding! Craft your database access API visually. Visual creation of your database access tier seems more attractive than ever today. Simpl... [More]

Learn how generate data access code the smart way using mappings and smart code generation. [More]