Chris Woody Woodruff is a solution architect at RT2, .NET Foundation board member, author, podcaster, and speaker.

Author

Chris shares his expertise through articles, technical documentation, and an upcoming book on network programming with C# and .NET. His writing makes complex software concepts clear and actionable.

Solution Architect

Chris Woody Woodruff designs scalable, high-performance software solutions, specializing in API design, cloud architecture, and modern development frameworks. He ensures technology meets business and user needs efficiently.

Speaker

A frequent speaker at conferences and industry events, Chris engages audiences on API strategy, database architecture, and software development. His talks inspire and educate developers worldwide.

"Every solution to every problem is simple. It’s the distance between the two where the mystery lies.”

Chris Woody Woodruff

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Just Stuff From Woody

CRUD Made Easy: Building Dynamic Apps with htmx and ASP.NET Razor Pages

Welcome back, developer! Today, we’re tackling something everyone needs to build at some point: a CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) application. And guess what? We’re going to do it without the JavaScript bloat. That’s...

Real-Time Magic: Live Updates with htmx and ASP.NET Razor Pages

Welcome back, code adventurer. Today, we’re diving into how htmx can give your ASP.NET Razor Pages some real-time flavor. Whether you want to build a chat app, a live stock ticker, or a dashboard...

Swapping and Targeting Like a Pro: htmx Magic for Razor Pages

Welcome back, htmx explorer. Today, we’re unlocking two of the most powerful tools in the HTMX toolbox: hx-target and hx-swap. These are the keys to making your Razor Pages do exactly what you want...

Interactive Forms Made Easy: htmx Meets ASP.NET Razor Pages

Welcome back to the HTMX party! Today, we’re talking about a topic every web developer has wrestled with at some point: forms. They’re essential, but making them play nicely with your backend can sometimes...

Mastering htmx Attributes: Your Toolkit for Razor Pages Awesomeness

Welcome back, coders! Now that you’ve dipped your toes into the htmx waters, it’s time to wade in a little deeper. Today, we’re diving headfirst into htmx attributes — the secret sauce that makes...

htmx + ASP.NET Razor Pages: Your First Dance with Interactivity

Hey there, fellow C# wizard! Ready to sprinkle some HTMX magic on your ASP.NET Razor Pages? You’re about to see how easy it is to get started with HTMX and add dynamic features without...

Back to the Past: How htmx is Reviving Server-Driven Web Development

Hey folks! Welcome back to the HTMX journey. Today, we’re diving into a bit of web development history and how HTMX is taking us forward... by looking backward. Cue the DeLorean, because we’re heading...

Level Up Your Razor Pages: Meet htmx, Your New Best Friend

Hey there, fellow ASP.NET developer! If you’re tired of wrestling with JavaScript frameworks or want to simplify your life, you’re in for a treat. Today, we’re diving into the wonderful world of HTMX and...

REST Constraint #6: Code on Demand—When, Why, and How to Use It

Of all the REST constraints, Code on Demand is the one that most developers either overlook or actively avoid. Unlike the other five constraints, it is the only optional one, meaning a RESTful system...