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
Imagine you’re moving to a new house. You could pack only the essentials and enjoy a stress-free move, or you could drag everything you own—grandma’s old lamp, that broken treadmill, and a box labeled...
If you’ve ever gone grocery shopping while hungry, you know how easy it is to end up with more than you need. The same thing happens in EF Core when you’re too eager with...
Picture this: You’re hosting a dinner party, and instead of serving everyone a delicious buffet, you deliver each dish one at a time to every guest. When dessert arrives, everyone’s too tired (or annoyed)...
So, you’ve embraced Entity Framework Core, and life’s been good. No more handcrafting SQL for every little query. But what happens when EF Core’s LINQ magic isn’t entirely cutting it? Maybe you need something...
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...