- 04/23/2026
- 7 minute read
Feature Slicing vs Clean Architecture in C#: Which One Should You Use?
Compare feature slicing vs clean architecture in C#. Learn the tradeoffs, when each approach fits best, and how to combine them in .NET projects.
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- 04/21/2026
- 5 minute read
Testing Feature Slices in C#: Unit Tests, Integration Tests, and What to Test
Learn how to test feature slices in C# effectively. Covers unit tests for handlers, integration tests with WebApplicationFactory, and when to use each testing strategy.
- 04/19/2026
- 6 minute read
Feature Slicing Without MediatR in C#: Plain Handlers That Actually Work
Learn how to implement feature slicing in C# without MediatR. Build clean, testable feature handlers using plain classes and ASP.NET Core Minimal APIs.
- 04/17/2026
- 6 minute read
Feature Slice Folder Structure in .NET: Organizing a Real Project
Learn how to design a feature slice folder structure in .NET with real-world examples, structure decisions, and guidance on handling shared code and nested features.
- 04/15/2026
- 8 minute read
Feature Slicing in C#: Organizing Code by Feature
Learn what feature slicing is in C# and how to organize your .NET projects by feature instead of by layer. Practical examples using a task app, no MediatR required.
- 04/12/2026
- 9 minute read
Building a VS Code-Style Extension System in C#
Building a VS Code-style extension system in C# means implementing extension points, activation events, and contribution points. Complete .NET 8 guide.
- 04/11/2026
- 9 minute read
Testing Plugin Architectures in C#: Strategies for Extensible Systems
Strategies for testing plugin architectures in C# with xUnit -- unit testing, contract tests, and integration testing for extensible .NET plugin systems.
- 04/10/2026
- 9 minute read
Plugin Lifecycle Management in C#: Loading, Activation, and Unloading
Master plugin lifecycle management in C# with patterns for initialization, activation, hot reload, and graceful unloading in .NET applications.
- 04/09/2026
- 10 minute read
Plugin Loading in .NET: AssemblyLoadContext with Dependency Injection
Master plugin loading in .NET with AssemblyLoadContext and AssemblyDependencyResolver. Covers isolated contexts, DI integration, and plugin unloading.
- 04/08/2026
- 8 minute read
Plugin Contracts and Interfaces in C#: Designing Extensible Plugin Systems
Design stable plugin contracts and interfaces in C# with versioning strategies and NuGet distribution. A practical guide for extensible .NET plugin systems.
- 04/07/2026
- 9 minute read
Plugin Architecture in C#: The Complete Guide to Extensible .NET Applications
Learn how to implement plugin architecture in C# using modern .NET patterns. Complete guide with AssemblyLoadContext, DI integration, and working code examples.
- 04/04/2024
- 16 minute read
Examples of Composition in C# - A Simple Guide for Beginners
Check these examples of composition in C#! Learn about composition in object-oriented programming with these simple code examples in C# - perfect for beginners!
- 04/03/2024
- 18 minute read
Examples of Inheritance in C# - A Simplified Introduction to OOP
See examples of inheritance in C# in this introductory guide to object oriented programming. Learn about when to use inheritance in C# and... when not to!
- 03/18/2024
- 12 minute read
7 C# Project Ideas For Beginners To Escape Tutorial Hell
Check out these 7 C# project ideas for beginners to help escape from tutorial hell! These C# project ideas will give you hands-on practice writing software.
- 03/12/2024
- 14 minute read
Plugin Architecture in C# for Improved Software Design
Learn about plugin architecture in C# to create extensible apps! This article provides examples with code snippets to explain how to start with C# plugins.
- 03/06/2024
- 7 minute read
Extract Method Refactoring Technique in C# - What You Need To Know
See how to use the Extract Method refactoring technique to get started on your journey to being more skilled at refactoring! Check out this C# code example!
- 02/29/2024
- 15 minute read
Refactoring C# Code - 4 Essential Techniques Simplified
Learn about efficiently refactoring C# code with these 4 simple techniques! Follow along with code examples that show you how to approach refactoring.
- 02/15/2024
- 13 minute read
Google Sheets in C# - How to Build Your Own Levels.fyi!
Interested in using Google Drive and Google Sheets in C#? Get started with the Google Sheets API to access spreadsheets in C# in your own dotnet applications!
- 02/07/2024
- 12 minute read
CQRS Pattern in C# and Clean Architecture - A Simplified Beginner's Guide
Learn about the CQRS pattern in C# and Clean Architecture for better software development. Get code examples and best practices to improve your skills today!
- 02/06/2024
- 13 minute read
C# Clean Architecture with MediatR: How To Build For Flexibility
Explore the integration of C# Clean Architecture with MediatR for maintainable, scalable code! Learn how these work together with C# code examples!
- 02/05/2024
- 17 minute read
Unit of Work Pattern in C# for Clean Architecture: What You Need To Know
Integrate the Unit of Work Pattern in C# with Clean Architecture for efficient programming. Learn benefits and check out C# code examples to avoid mistakes.
- 01/15/2024
- 13 minute read
The Best C# Books For Beginner Developers: Top 6 Picks
Are you looking for the best C# books for beginner developers? Check out this list to see my pick for best books for C# developers that are getting started.
- 01/12/2024
- 13 minute read
How To Implement The Pipeline Design Pattern in C#
Learn about the pipeline design pattern in C#. Discover how to create and chain pipeline stages. Get code examples, tips, and use cases for this design pattern.
- 01/11/2024
- 13 minute read
The Specification Design Pattern in C#: What You Need To Know
Learn about the Specification Design Pattern in C# and its benefits for your code. See how this pattern can improve code quality and how to implement it!
- 12/29/2023
- 10 minute read
How to Understand a New Codebase - Tips and Tricks for Tackling Complex Code
Learn effective strategies and tips for how to understand a new codebase. From reading documentation to pair-programming, you'll learn the necessary tools!
- 12/27/2023
- 11 minute read
When Should Code Be Refactored? What You Need To Know
Learn when should code be refactored and the risks and benefits involved in doing so. Discover situations that call for refactoring and ways to minimize risks!
- 12/07/2023
- 22 minute read
Exploring An Example Vertical Slice Architecture in ASP.NET Core - What You Need To Know
Check out this example vertical slice architecture in ASP.NET core! Together we'll look at building a flight booking app using vertical slice architecture.
- 12/04/2023
- 10 minute read
How to Simplify Your Code with Effective Code Refactoring
Learn how code refactoring can simplify code, improve maintainability and readability, enhance efficiency, reduce complexity, and prevent bugs.
- 11/28/2023
- 9 minute read
What Does Refactoring Code Mean? What New Developers Need To Know
So exactly what does refactoring code mean? In this article, we'll walk through what it means to refactor code along with risks and best practices to refactor.
- 11/27/2023
- 9 minute read
Refactoring Legacy Code - What You Need To Be Effective
In this article, I'll review the best practices for refactoring legacy code to reduce technical debt, overcome challenges, and how to prioritize refactoring.
- 11/26/2023
- 14 minute read
Rewriting vs Refactoring Code: How To Navigate The Two
Let's analyze pros and cons of rewriting vs refactoring code! Balancing project timelines, resources, and requirements is key for successful execution!
- 11/24/2023
- 13 minute read
When To Refactor Code - How To Maximize Efficiency and Minimizing Tech Debt
Learn when to refactor code! Discover indicators that code needs refactoring, techniques for refactoring, and best practices for achieving long-term benefits.
- 11/21/2023
- 9 minute read
What Is Refactoring And Understanding Why You Need It
What is refactoring? Learn about the art of refactoring and the benefits it can bring to your code. Discover what makes effective refactoring in this article.
- 11/19/2023
- 6 minute read
Remove Control Flag Refactoring - How to Simplify Logic
Simplify your code with the remove control flag refactoring technique in C#. See the benefits of removing control flags in this guide to applying the technique.
- 11/14/2023
- 13 minute read
Top 10 Refactoring Techniques You Need to Transform Your Codebase
Discover these top 10 refactoring techniques used by software engineers. Learn to refactor with confidence and make your code cleaner and more maintainable.
- 11/03/2023
- 13 minute read
ASP.NET Vertical Slice Project Template - How To Start Easily
Looking for a kickstart to your vertical slice architecture in your next ASP.NET project? Check our this vertical slice project template to get started!
- 10/31/2023
- 10 minute read
How to Generate Endless Ideas for Programming Projects
Looking for inspiration for your next project? Look no further! This article provides tips on how to stay creative and generate ideas for programming projects!
- 10/24/2023
- 8 minute read
How to Dominate Technical Debt and Build Better Code
Understand the ideas behind managing technical debt and learn techniques to effectively track and prioritize it. Don't keep ignoring technical debt!
- 10/23/2023
- 8 minute read
What Are The Easiest Programming Languages to Learn? - Your Ultimate Guide
Discover the easiest programming languages to learn in this beginner-friendly guide. From Python to JavaScript, let's see what options we have to work with!
- 10/20/2023
- 7 minute read
How to Balance Technical Debt - Tackle It Before It Tackles You
Check this out to learn how to balance technical debt through helpful strategies and best practices for product development. Align with your stakeholders today!
- 10/12/2023
- 6 minute read
How to Master Vertical Slice Architecture: Techniques and Examples
Explore examples of Vertical Slice architecture in C#. Weigh the pros and cons of using Vertical Slice Architecture in C# by following along with some examples.
- 10/10/2023
- 6 minute read
Vertical Slice Development: A Comprehensive How To for Modern Teams
Vertical slice development can unlock your team's ability to deliver value to customers faster. Read this article for how to incorporate vertical slicing!
- 10/09/2023
- 11 minute read
From Chaos to Cohesion: How To Organize Code For Vertical Slices
Learn how to organize code for vertical slices and use Autofac modules effectively. Discover how this improves code maintainability and enhances collaboration!
- 10/06/2023
- 14 minute read
Strong Coding Foundations - What Are The Principles of Programming Languages?
Let's answer "What are the principles of programming languages" so that you, as a beginner, can help decide how to navigate selection of programming languages.
- 10/03/2023
- 11 minute read
Vertical Slice Architecture in C# - Examples on How To Streamline Code
Let's implement a vertical slice architecture in C#! We start by defining vertical slice architecture & dive into a C# vertical slice example. Let's dive in!
- 09/20/2023
- 9 minute read
How To Learn Coding For Beginners - What You Need To Know
Interested in learning coding but you've been told it's too hard? This article focused on how to learn coding for beginners - and yes, YOU can code!
- 09/13/2023
- 8 minute read
Drawbacks to Using Interfaces in C# - How to Balance
While I promote interfaces in C#, it felt necessary to cover the drawbacks of using interfaces in C#. Let's explore the drawbacks to using interfaces in C#!
- 09/11/2023
- 8 minute read
OOP and Interfaces in C#: How To Use Them Effectively
Learning about Object Oriented Programming? We'll cover what are classes in C# and look at OOP and interfaces in C# to learn about when we should use them!
- 09/10/2023
- 12 minute read
How To Start Coding - Starting From Zero
Want to learn how to start coding, but you're not sure where to start? Maybe you've heard that it's really hard... Well, You should start coding!
- 09/07/2023
- 11 minute read
Plugin Architecture Design Pattern - A Beginner's Guide to Modularity
If you like the sound of flexibility, modularity, and extensibility then the plugin architecture design pattern is something you're going to want to check out!
- 08/31/2023
- 11 minute read
Why the Best Developers Are Obsessed with Vertical Slices
Want to know how you can deliver value to your end users rapidly? Let's dive into vertical slices and see what high performing engineering teams are using!
- 08/28/2023
- 7 minute read
Find The Area Of A Rectangle - A Simple C# Program
For beginners, it's hard to find projects to work on due to distractions. Writing a program to find the area of a rectangle can teach so many valuable lessons!
- 08/25/2023
- 13 minute read
Generate ASCII Art - A Simple How To in C#
Have you ever wanted to change a picture into ASCII art? Now you can with your very own C# program that can generate ASCII art! Sample code included!
- 07/31/2023
- 10 minute read
Plugin Architecture in ASP.NET Core - How To Master It
Let's dive into the plugin architecture design pattern, exploring how it can be leveraged in ASP.NET Core to create more flexible and maintainable applications.
- 03/06/2023
- 9 minute read
How To Choose The Best Beginner Programming Language
Without a doubt you've had to ask yourself, "What is the best beginner programming language?" if you're new to programming. This article will help you decide!
- 03/01/2023
- 13 minute read
C# Basics: A Guide for New Programmers
- 01/20/2023
- 6 minute read
Pythonnet - A Simple Union of .NET Core and Python You'll Love
- 06/08/2021
- 7 minute read
Ascending to the Next Level - RPG Dev Weekly #2
- 05/18/2021
- 6 minute read
TileMap - How To Get ALL The Tiles Effortlessly!
- 05/02/2021
- 5 minute read
Ascending to the Next Level - RPG Dev Weekly #1
- 04/26/2021
- 4 minute read
NoesisGUI - The Unity UI Framework That You've Never Heard Of!
Looking for a better way to make Unity3D user interfaces? Love WPF/XAML but not the Unity UI Framework? You probably aren't using Noesis GUI, but you should be!
- 04/07/2020
- 2 minute read
Video Stream – RPG Systems with Loot Generation
Modern role playing games (RPGs) can have incredibly complex loot systems. This article introduced a video stream on how to structure cross domain information.
- 03/26/2020
- 3 minute read
Firebase and Low-Effort User Management
- 03/25/2020
- 4 minute read
CircleCI + BitBucket => Free Continuous Integration!
- 07/17/2018
- 5 minute read
RPG Development Progress Pulse – Entry 2
Check out the second entry in the RPG progress pulse where I discuss the progress on my role-playing game, Macerus! This is a hobby project in Unity3D.
- 06/28/2018
- 5 minute read
RPG Development Progress Pulse - Entry 1
An progress pulse update into the development of Macerus RPG and ProjectXyz game framework leveraging Unity3D. Part 1 of the progress pulse series.
- 06/27/2018
- 1 minute read
RPG Development Progress Pulse
Check out the progress on my Unity3D RPG built using C# and dotnet technologies! This is a labor of love and an ongoing project of mine.
- 06/20/2018(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 7 minute read
ProjectXyz: Why I Started A Team For My Hobby Project
- 06/08/2018
- 4 minute read
Unity3D And How to Master Stitching Using Autofac
- 06/06/2018(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 4 minute read
Using Autofac With Unity3D
- 06/05/2018(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 6 minute read
Part 1 - Exploring Graphs and Trees
- 06/02/2018(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 2 minute read
Unity3D and .NET 4.x Framework
- 05/29/2018(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 2 minute read
Delta State Algorithm Creation Series
- 01/03/2016
- 3 minute read
What Makes Good Code? - Should Every Class Have An Interface? Pt 2
- 01/01/2016
- 3 minute read
API: Top-Down? Bottom-Up? Somewhere in the Middle?
- 12/28/2015
- 6 minute read
What Makes Good Code? - Should Every Class Have An Interface? Pt 1
Are you interested in learning about interfaces in C#? This article explains the idea behind a C# interface by showing examples of interfaces in code.
- 12/19/2015
- 5 minute read
What Makes Good Code? - Patterns and Practices Series
- 06/29/2015
- 4 minute read
Yeah, We're an "Agile" Shop
- 04/08/2015
- 2 minute read
Should My Method Do This? Should My Class?
- 02/08/2015(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 7 minute read
Multiple C# Projects In Your Unity 3D Solution
- 12/07/2014
- 2 minute read
MyoSharp - Update On The Horizon
- 11/12/2014
- 4 minute read
ProjectXyz: Enforcing Interfaces (Part 2)
- 11/09/2014
- 4 minute read
ProjectXyz: Why I Started a Side Project (Part 1)
- 10/06/2014(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 10 minute read
Controlling a Myo Armband with C#
- 07/15/2014(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 6 minute read
Refactoring For Interfaces: An Adventure From The Trenches
- 04/07/2014(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 8 minute read
IronPython: A Quick WinForms Introduction
- 11/27/2013(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 6 minute read
Code Smells – Issue Number 3
- 11/14/2013
- 13 minute read
Lambdas: An Example in Refactoring Code
- 11/05/2013(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 6 minute read
Quality & Agility in Software: Session With Paul Carvalho
- 11/04/2013(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 17 minute read
Fragments: Creating a Tabbed Android User Interface
- 10/18/2013
- 6 minute read
Code Smells – How to Find the Stench in Your Code, Issue Number 2
Code smells are hints that code is taking a potentially nasty turn. What are some common code smells that we should all be looking out for as we're coding?
- 10/15/2013
- 3 minute read
Code Smells - How to Find the Stench in Your Code, Issue Number 1
Code smells are hints that code is taking a potentially nasty turn. What are some common code smells that we should all be looking out for as we're coding?
- 10/01/2013
- 8 minute read
Dynamic Programming with Python and C#
- 09/23/2013(Updated 04/14/2026)
- 10 minute read
Python, Visual Studio, and C#... So. Sweet.
- 08/14/2013
- 7 minute read
API: Don't Forget About The Non-Public API!
- 07/25/2013
- 12 minute read
How and Why to Avoid Excessive Nesting
- 07/22/2013
- 3 minute read
Keep Your Fields Private
- 07/16/2013
- 7 minute read
Interfaces: Why You Should Be Using Them In Your Code
Leverage interfaces when creating an application to create a clean and robust API. Practice decoupling your code from concrete classes by using interfaces!
- 07/13/2013
- 4 minute read