Operators extend Kubernetes with custom domain logic. While usually written in Go, the .NET ecosystem has matured with the `KubeOps` SDK. We can now write C# operators to manage custom resources like `DatabaseCluster` or `TenantNamespace`. The Operator Pattern Defining a CRD in C# The Reconciler Key Takeaways Operators encode operational knowledge into software. The Reconcile […]
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Building Teams Apps with SPFx and React
SPFx web parts can run as Teams tabs. Here’s how to build a Teams-aware component. Detect Teams Manifest References SPFx for Teams
Read more →Terraform with Azure: Complete Module Development
Modules are the building blocks of reusable Terraform infrastructure. A good module encapsulates complexity and enforces company standards (naming conventions, tagging, security). This guide builds an Azure VNET module with subnets and security groups. Directory Structure Using `for_each` for Subnets Key Takeaways Keep modules focused and single-responsibility. Always define `terraform` block with version constraints. Pin […]
Read more →React Context Best Practices and Patterns
React Context provides a way to pass data through the component tree without prop drilling. Combined with the useReducer hook, it offers a lightweight alternative to Redux for global state management. However, misuse can lead to performance issues. The Split Context Pattern To avoid unnecessary re-renders, split State and Dispatch into separate contexts. Why Split? […]
Read more →.NET 5 Preview: What’s Coming This November
.NET 5 unifies .NET Core and .NET Framework. Here’s what to expect when it releases in November. The Unification One .NET going forward C# 9 and F# 5 Single BCL across all platforms Top-level programs Records and init-only setters Performance Significant perf improvements in GC, JIT, and libraries. ARM64 support improved. References .NET 5 Preview
Read more →Azure Functions Durable Entities: Stateful Serverless
Serverless is typically stateless. Durable Functions changed that with orchestrations. Now, “Durable Entities” brings the Actor Model (similar to Akka or Orleans) to Azure Functions, allowing you to define small, stateful objects that persist across calls. Defining an Entity Signaling an Entity Entities are addressed by ID. Signals are one-way (fire and forget) writes. Key […]
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