JustinBoyer Archives - Software Quality Blog

C# Enum: Definition, Examples, Best Practices, and Pitfalls

June 12, 2018Justin Boyer4

We’ve discussed arrays and lists in C#. This time, we’ll take the same journey with a funky little type called the enum. The C# enum is a very useful construct, but it has some quirky behavior that can bite you if you’re not careful.

Let’s now see what makes enums tick, how to use them effectively, and what to be careful of when using them.

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C# Array: An Introductory Guide for Getting Started

April 17, 2018Justin Boyer2

So you’ve started your journey into C# development. Learning any new language or framework can be a challenging road. However, you need not despair. Allow those who have gone before you to lead the way and guide you on your journey. Today’s leg of the journey is the C# array.

In this post, we’ll discuss what an array is. We’ll see how to use one in our code, and we’ll discuss how best to use it and what pitfalls can hurt your code quality.

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Quick Tips for Better C# Security

February 20, 2018Justin Boyer4

Application security is a hot topic. No one wants to write code that leads to the next data breach or major headline. C# security is on the minds of many .NET developers.

Secure coding involves detailed knowledge of a programming language and framework. There could be dozens of rules articulated here with detailed code examples showing right versus wrong coding practices. However, that might lead to quite a bit of dry reading and low retention. Instead, I’ll take a different angle. I’ll describe three principles that lead to strong, secure coding practices. Learn these principles well, and you’ll be able to secure any application you build.

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Time Wasters for Programmers and How to Avoid Them

February 6, 2018Justin Boyer1

Time is one resource we can’t replenish, and time wasters sap that precious resource. For programmers, using your time wisely can be the difference between really impressing your clients or employer and being the expendable one when things get tough.

Saving time is not always about good practices. It’s also about avoiding things that waste your time without you even noticing. Let’s take a look at some time wasters and how programmers can avoid them.

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