Entity Framework Core vs ADO.NET

Developers should use EF Core when building meets developers should learn ado. Here's our take.

Entity Framework Core

Nice Pick

Developers should use EF Core when building

Pros

• NET applications that require database interactions, as it simplifies data access by allowing LINQ queries and automatic change tracking
• Related to: c-sharp, asp-net-core

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

ADO.NET

Developers should learn ADO

Pros

• NET when building
• Related to: c-sharp, sql-server

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use Entity Framework Core if: You want net applications that require database interactions, as it simplifies data access by allowing linq queries and automatic change tracking and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use ADO.NET if: You prioritize net when building over what Entity Framework Core offers.

The Bottom Line

Entity Framework Core wins

Developers should use EF Core when building