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
Educator & Advocate
Just Stuff From Woody
Let’s talk about startup time. Not the Silicon Valley kind, but the time it takes for your EF Core app to boot up, stretch its legs, and actually start handling requests. If your app...
Imagine you’re running a restaurant. Every time a customer orders, you buy a brand-new frying pan, use it once, and toss it out. Sounds absurd, right? But that’s essentially what happens in EF Core...
As a developer, you know the web development landscape constantly evolves, and staying ahead means embracing tools and practices that simplify and enhance how we build applications. That's why I'm thrilled to announce my...
Regarding speed and efficiency, Rust doesn’t just run the race—it leaves other languages eating its dust. Built for blazing performance and low-level control, Rust’s unique features make it a standout choice for projects where...
Switching from C# to Rust can feel like stepping into a new world. Suddenly, you’re dealing with ownership, borrowing, and a compiler that’s as strict as your high school math teacher. But don’t worry—you’ve...
Programming ecosystems are like bustling cities. .NET is the metropolis with skyscrapers and a thriving business district, while Rust is the up-and-coming tech hub—small but mighty, with startups everywhere. Both offer incredible opportunities, but...
Concurrency in programming can be like cooking dinner while answering emails—you’re juggling multiple tasks at once, hoping nothing burns. C# and Rust both tackle concurrency, but their approaches couldn’t be more different. C# offers...
Regarding memory management, programming languages take different approaches to ensure your applications don’t crash and burn. Think of it as cleaning up after a party: C# hires a janitor (garbage collector) to tidy up...
Programming languages are like different cuisines. Some stick to comfort and tradition, like C# with its familiar object-oriented flavors, while others, like Rust, spice things up with bold new ingredients like ownership and borrowing...