Database connectivity gives desktop and Web applications much of their value. .NET developers have products and framework objects that can tie a front-end application to SQL Server, MySQL, Sybase, ...

Trust me: There's actually a tip at the end of this column, but it's going to take me awhile to get there. Be patient -- I do have a point and I am getting to it. When it comes to comparing objects, ...

Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with content, and download exclusive resources. Traditional caching fails to stop "thundering ...

Follow these best practices to eliminate God objects and design classes that are loosely coupled, cohesive, and easy to maintain In object-oriented programming (OOP), so-called God objects are an anti ...