Giorgi Dalakishvili: Beyond Relational Data with Entity Framework - Episode 255

In this episode (255) of the podcast, Giorgi Dalakishvili educates listeners on exploring and working beyond relational data with Entity Framework. Giorgi Dalakishvili is a talented software developer with over a decade of experience, who primarily works with C#, ASP.NET MVC/ASP.NET Core, REST, WCF, Xamarin, Android, iOS, Entity Framework, Azure, SQL Server, and Oracle. He is an open-source author and contributor on GitHub, a member of the .NET Foundation, and an InfoQ Editor.

The conversation revolves around using Entity Framework to work with and analyze different types of data beyond the traditional relational data such as hierarchical data type from SQL Server, geospatial data, and full-text search data. Listeners will also learn about the various limitations associated with handling JSON data from a backend database, and the different frameworks and libraries that Microsoft has come up with in the past 10-15 years.

The session also covers how using Entity Framework can simplify data management and benefits of using it with SQL Server as well as EF Core 7.0. The guest(s) also share the best practices with Entity Framework, how to get started with small speaking engagements and other types of data interesting to work within Entity Framework.

This podcast is ideal for .NET developers, architects, and C# programmers who want to increase their expertise with Entity Framework, the .NET tech stack, and advanced data management techniques. Overall, it provides valuable insights and practical advice for professionals who strive to stay ahead of technological innovation and leverage new opportunities and possibilities.