By the end of this course, learners will be able to design data models, implement CRUD operations, construct advanced LINQ queries, and execute Entity SQL and Raw SQL to manage enterprise-level employee data effectively.

Master & Apply Entity Framework for Data Access

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Design data models and implement CRUD operations using Entity Framework.
Construct advanced LINQ queries with joins, grouping, and projections.
Execute Entity SQL and Raw SQL for enterprise-level data management.
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February 2026
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module introduces the Employee Management project and establishes the foundational concepts of Entity Framework, including project setup, data modeling, and core database structure required to manage employees, departments, and relationships effectively.
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9 videos4 assignments
This module focuses on inserting and managing relational data and introduces LINQ as a powerful querying mechanism for retrieving, filtering, and processing employee information using both query and method syntax.
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9 videos4 assignments
This module advances learners’ LINQ skills by covering sorting, grouping, record retrieval, projections, and joins to efficiently shape and analyze employee data for real-world business scenarios.
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9 videos4 assignments
This module explores advanced data access techniques by introducing Entity SQL and Raw SQL, enabling learners to execute complex queries and database commands beyond standard LINQ capabilities.
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9 videos4 assignments
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