dotnet-api

To build a secure ASP.NET Core API, create a minimal API project and configure JWT bearer authentication. This pattern secures endpoints while keeping the startup lightweight and focused.

The best way to implement data access in ASP.NET Core microservices is choosing between EF Core, Dapper, or raw ADO.NET based on performance needs. Strategies exist for optimizing queries and ensuring AOT compatibility.

ASP.NET Core supports both gRPC and SignalR for real-time backend services. gRPC handles high-performance RPC scenarios, while SignalR manages real-time application updates like pushing customer order changes.

Secure ASP.NET Core APIs by implementing authentication methods like OAuth and Passkeys, applying rate limiting, and configuring robust security headers including CSP and CORS to protect against common web vulnerabilities.

You can use Dapper instead of EF Core for high-performance .NET API development when you need lightweight object mapping. Both data access strategies are supported alongside raw ADO.NET for specific performance requirements.

Add API versioning and documentation to an ASP.NET Core backend service by applying established patterns for route versioning. This ensures backward compatibility while maintaining clear service documentation for consumers.