Why does Copilot migration recommend keeping NewtonSoft.Json since it's less performant than what is built into .NET? #dotnetconf dotnettips.wordpress.com/2021/07/20/s...

#dotnetconf crew! 🤘 Steven Toub dropped a gem yesterday — ArrayPool can seriously speed up array creation. I broke it all down with benchmarks and a real-world demo. Read my article and rock your performance! #dotnet #MVPBuzz dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/10/01/o...

Hot take: every public API should validate enum parameters. Here’s the why, the how, and production-ready helpers (incl. flags). Defensive Programming Rule #2. 👇 #dotnet #MVPBuzz #DefensiveProgramming dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/11/09/d...

Want faster hash code generation in .NET? Explore how RuntimeHelpers.GetHashCode() can boost your app's performance by up to 87x! Learn more and check out the new FastGetHashCode() method in Spargine. 🔥 dotnettips.wordpress.com/2024/09/08/o... #dotnet #CodePerformance #MVPBuzz

Network calls are expensive. Distance doesn't guarantee speed. Avoid going across the wire unless necessary—and always batch requests. Your app (and your users) will thank you. #dotNet #PerformanceTips #dotNetDave #MVPBuzz dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/05/12/d...

Warning: Copilot and AI look slick, but don’t trust everything they spit out. They’re Junior Programmers — smart, but lacking real-world experience and best practices. Someday that’ll change, but for now you still need your own brain and judgment. #dotnetconf #Copilot #dotnet

Hey, #dotnetconf, my coding standards book is out now for .NET 10! I hope you will check it out. dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/10/01/r... #MVPBuzz

Am I the only one hearing very faint music playing in the background at #dotnetconf?

I know everyone at Microsoft thinks the dark theme is cool, but it can be a real issue for people with color deficiency issues, which affects men more. Please read: dotnettips.wordpress.com/2018/12/06/p... #dotnetconf

VS2026 didn't bring over any Extensions from 2022 or Insiders :-( #dotnetconf

BlueSky all the way

#VisualStudio2026 solution load times cut almost in half. Now THAT'S the kind of thing that I want them to work on. I could care less about AI and co-pilot. Give us better VS!!! #dotnetconf

Maddy, what the heck is in the bowl on the table in front of you? 😆 #dotnetconf

Dustin, Visual Studio has some real issues with Extension Members around CoPilot, documentation and even discoverability. Are those being worked on? 🙏 #dotnetconf

Guitarists know the truth: you only need 3 chords to rock the world. 🎸 Customize the back with your go-to three — G-C-D, A-E-D, whatever you play loudest. Grab yours now! #GuitarLife #MusicianGift #ThreeChordsAndTheTruth www.zazzle.com/guitarists_o...

⚠️ Engineering Managers: If these answers aren’t standard on your team, expect to lose great candidates. Smart .NET engineers are asking the tough questions now—about code quality, culture, and career growth. Time to level up. 👇 Read the checklist! dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/07/06/a...

🚀 Boost your .NET performance tracking with the new PerformanceStopwatch from Spargine! 🕒 Enhance your Stopwatch with additional features for streamlined diagnostics and logging. Check it out and supercharge your projects! dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/05/11/b... #dotnet #Spargine #MVPBuzz

Boost your code documentation with the power of Copilot! Dive into my latest article to explore how new slash commands in Visual Studio can transform your XML and code comments. Enhance your projects today! dotnettips.wordpress.com/2024/08/11/m... #CodeDocumentation #VisualStudio #Copilot

Supercharge your .NET projects with Spargine’s List Extensions! 🚀 Discover powerful methods to optimize your List collection handling, improve performance, and boost reliability. Learn more & contribute to the open-source project! #dotnet #MVPBuzz dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/02/02/b...

I'm watching .NET Conf, sick, on my couch, under a blanket. It better be good! 😀 @dot.net #dotnetconf

Rockin’ Øredev 2025! Had an absolute blast speaking at the Øredev Developers Conference in Sweden. Hit the link for my recap and photos from an epic week. Can’t wait to be back on that stage again! 🎸 🎤 #Oredev2025 #MVPBuzz @oredev.org dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/07/11/d...

Great! Installed the latest version of Visual Studio Insiders and now none of my benchmark tests will work! So frustrating! @visualstudio.com

Hey, #dotnet community! I'm creating a list of companies that actively use Microsoft .NET so we can show our support by engaging with their businesses. Do you know any great companies using .NET? Drop them in the comments! dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/04/02/s...

Unlock the power of type conversion in #programming! 🚀 This article compares traditional syntax with the 'as' keyword in .NET, revealing insights on readability and performance. Check it out. dotnettips.wordpress.com/2024/05/10/g... #dotnet #dotnet8 #MVPBuzz #CodePerformance

Tired of looking up .NET date/time formats? I created DateTimeFormat in Spargine so you never have to again. Strongly typed, readable, and built for performance. Your formatting headaches are over! #dotnet #MVPBuzz #Formatting dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/08/10/b...

🚀 Boost your .NET projects with Spargine's InMemoryCache! Learn how to supercharge app performance with caching, explore key features, and see why it's a game-changer. dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/02/09/b... #dotNet #Caching #Spargine #MVPBuzz #RockYourCode

Boost your .NET projects! 🚀 Simplify file path operations with Spargine’s PathHelper for .NET 8 & 9. Easily combine paths, detect invalid chars, and more! Check it out! dotnettips.wordpress.com/2023/05/05/s... #dotNET #CSharp #MVPBuzz #Spargine

Guess what? The BlueSky iPhone app is basically useless without an internet connection—like on an airplane. Seriously? Ever heard of caching? This is a complete failure. @bsky.app #UX101

Had an unforgettable night capturing Gary Hoey at Sam’s Burger Joint in San Antonio! 🎸 From emotional tributes to his late mother to shredding his heart out on stage, Gary's performance was pure magic. Check out my photos and videos from this special show! 🎶 #GaryHoey #LiveMusic

Veteran software engineers bring unmatched expertise, fast ROI, and crucial mentorship. Yet, many companies overlook their value. Let’s change that. 🚀 #VeteranEngineers #VSE #TechLeadership #ExperienceMatters #Career dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/05/01/t...

Manage temp files effortlessly in your .NET projects with Spargine’s TempFileManager! 🚀 Create, track, and clean up temp files automatically with IDisposable. Perfect for testing & benchmarking. Check it out! dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/04/30/b... #dotNET #Csharp #Coding #Spargine #MVPBuzz

🚀 Boost your C# string performance! 🚀 Benchmark results show that using a character in Contains() is 3.57x faster than using a string. Check out the details and optimize your code. dotnettips.wordpress.com/2024/05/08/s... #dotnet #dotnet8 #MVPBuzz #CodePerformance

Working remotely as a software engineer has boosted my productivity and job satisfaction. From fewer distractions to a flexible work environment, the benefits are clear. Dive into my reflections on why remote work could be the future of tech! #RemoteWork dotnettips.wordpress.com/2020/06/26/t...

🔥 New roast just dropped: I refactor bad code and eardrums. 🤘 From .NET to full-stack face-melter — I’m the only dev who deploys and stage dives. Read it before GitHub bans me. #dotnet #MVPBuzz #RockYourCode #dotNetDave dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/04/30/r...

Boost your .NET projects with Spargine’s IEnumerable extensions! 🚀 Explore powerful methods for enhanced performance & utility. Contribute and check out the source on GitHub or NuGet! dotnettips.wordpress.com/2024/10/27/b... #dotnet #opensource #csharp #Spargine #MVPBuzz

#Sweden is now for the first time the #2 country visiting dotNetTips.com! Thanks so much to all the devs and the organizers at @oredev.org! I had such a good time at my sessions and meeting many devs. I can't wait to come back. 🤞 #oredev2025

Boost your .NET projects! Discover how Copilot's new slash commands transformed performance in Spargine by up to 1,360x. Learn more about these enhancements and how you can apply them. dotnettips.wordpress.com/2024/07/28/b... #dotNET #VisualStudio #CodingTips #Copilot #CodePerformance

Did you know I've written over 80 articles on code analysis at dotNetTips.com? 💡 Learn how to build faster, more reliable apps and services! Check it out: bit.ly/DotNetTipsCo... #dotnet #RockYourCode #CodeAnalysis #MVPBuzz

I had such a fun time speaking at @oredev.org !

Hey conferences, this is a great thing to do so attendees can connect with speakers! @oredev.org #oredev2025

🎸 Øredev 2025 developers! Thanks for joining my session on handling disposable types in .NET — now your apps and services will be happier and leak-free! 😄 Grab resources and info on my books here 👉 dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/07/11/d... Rock your code, Sweden! @oredev.org #MVPBuzz #ordev2025

🎸 Øredev 2025 developers! Join me at 14:55 in the Eclipse Room for my session on dealing with disposable types in .NET. I’ll be giving away the 20th Anniversary Edition of my Coding Standards book to one lucky attendee. And yes… watch out for flying guitar picks! 🤘 #ordev2025 @oredev.org #MVPBuzz

🎸 Øredev 2025 developers! Huge thanks for packing the room for my .NET Code Performance session! 🙌 Grab resources and info on my books here 👉 dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/07/11/d... Until next time — keep shreddin’ that code, Sweden! #RockYourCode #dotNetTips @oredev.org #MVPBuzz

Developers of Øredev 2025 — want faster, leaner, rock-solid apps? 🤘 Catch my Code & App Performance session at 11:15 AM in the Orbit Room. You’ll learn practical tips to supercharge your .NET code — and maybe score a free book! #RockYourCode #ordev2025 @oredev.org #MVPBuzz

Too many companies sideline their most powerful assets: veteran engineers. Part 3 of my series shows how experienced devs can lead, mentor, and future-proof your codebase. Time to stop wasting talent. 👇 Read the article! #VSE #SoftwareEngineers dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/08/03/t...

Boost your .NET projects with the power of Spargine’s UlidGenerator! Generate ULIDs faster & more efficiently than GUIDs. Explore the code & contribute to the project today! dotnettips.wordpress.com/2024/11/05/b... #dotnet #OpenSource #ULID #MVPBuzz

If I ran a software company, trust, innovation, and teamwork would be at the core. From top-tier tools to fostering a healthy work culture, here's how I would lead. Part 2 of my vision for creating a thriving software team is live! 🚀 #SoftwareLeadership dotnettips.wordpress.com/2018/03/12/i...

Attention Software Engineers on the hunt! 🚀 "Rock Your Career: Surviving the Technical Interview" is your go-to guide. I'll review your resume and conduct mock interviews to prep you for success. Let's elevate your career! 🌟 Contact me here: dotnettips.wordpress.com/about/

Need a speaker for your Microsoft event? With 24+ years in Visual Studio and .NET, I can captivate and educate your audience. Check out my Sessionize profile and contact me! sessionize.com/david-mccart... #MVPBuzz #RockYourCode #dotNetDave

Tired of job postings missing key details like tech stack or salary? I’ve created a better job posting template that prioritizes clarity and saves time for engineers. Check it out and help improve hiring standards! 👇 dotnettips.wordpress.com/2025/02/05/a... #JobSearch #TechJobs