ADO.NET, LINQ, DataSet and other fun .NET technology : LINQ to Entities

PASS 2007 - Happening now in Denver

Erick Thompson — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 23:36:00 GMT

I'm currently in Denver for the SQL Server PASS conference. I'll be giving a talk about the Entity Framework for DBAs tomorrow (Wednesday) afternoon. If you're there, please come by. Even if you can't make my session, stop by and say hello! Thanks, Eric...(read more)

Entity Framework starting points

Erick Thompson — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 02:44:00 GMT

I was recently asked what a high level list of good starting points for the Entity Framework is. This is a tough question as there are a lot of areas to cover. I've put together a list that I think makes sense from my perspective, which is tilted towards...(read more)

Beta 1 Orcas Samples - LINQ to Entities

Erick Thompson — Wed, 02 May 2007 06:31:00 GMT

With all the sample confusion during the March CTP, you will be pleased to know that the sample story for Beta 1 is much more smooth. You can find the complete working set of samples at the following URL.

http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/bb330936.aspx

This sample set includes the full suite of LINQ samples, including LINQ to Entities.

As you may have heard, the Entity Framework will not be shipping alongside of Orcas. As such, when Beta 2 is released the LINQ to Entities samples will be found along with the rest of the Entity Framework, in a distinct CTP. Keep your ears open for announcements regarding this!

Erick