Entity Framework 4 In Action Pappsc Stefano Mostarda Marco De Sanctis by Stefano Mostarda, Marco De Sanctis, Daniele Bochicchio 9781935182184, 1935182188 instant download after payment.

SummaryEntity Framework 4 in Action is an example-rich tutorial for .NET developers with full coverage of EF 4 features. The book begins with a review of the core ideas behind the ORM model and shows through detailed examples and larger case studies how Entity Framework offers a smooth transition from a traditional ADO.NET approach. About the TechnologyEntity Framework builds on the ADO.NET persistence model and the language features of LINQ to create a powerful persistence mechanism that bridges the gap between relational databases and object-oriented languages. About the BookEntity Framework 4 in Action is an example-rich tutorial that helps .NET developers learn and master the subject. It begins by explaining object/relational mapping and then shows how you can easily transition to EF from ADO.NET. Through numerous focused examples and two larger case studies, the book unfolds the EF story in a clear, easy-to-follow style. Infrastructure and inner workings of EF are discussed when you need them to understand a particular feature. Who Should Read ItThis book is written for .NET developers. Knowledge of ADO.NET is helpful but not required. What's Inside Full coverage of EF 4 features Layer separation, Data Layer, and Domain Model Best practices ========================================?======= Table of Contents PART 1 REDEFINING YOUR DATA-ACCESS STRATEGY Data access reloaded: Entity Framework Getting started with Entity Framework PART 2 GETTING STARTED WITH ENTITY FRAMEWORK Querying the object model: the basics Querying with LINQ to Entities Domain model mapping Understanding the entity lifecycle Persisting objects into the database Handling concurrency and transactions PART 3 MASTERING ENTITY FRAMEWORK An alternative way of querying: Entity SQL Working with stored procedures Working with functions and views Exploring EDM metadata Customizing code and the designer