October 25, 2026
Choose Offset or Keyset Pagination with Evidence
Offset paging is convenient; keyset paging can keep deep sequential pages efficient and stable.
TOPIC
Performance
Query plans, indexing, pagination, and measured optimization.
October 25, 2026
Use SQL Window Functions for Rankings and Trends
Rank rows within groups and calculate running metrics without collapsing detail rows.
October 25, 2026
Shape EF Core Queries Around the Response
Use projection, bounded results, and deliberate loading to avoid oversized queries and N+1 behavior.