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How to fix 'The transaction log for the database is null due to OLDEST_PAGE'
By Tan Lee Published on Feb 16, 2024 735

The error 'The transaction log for the database is null due to 'OLDEST_PAGE' in SQL Server typically indicates a situation where the transaction log is corrupted or there is an issue with the log file structure.

Optimizing WCF Services for Performance and Scalability
By Tan Lee Published on Jan 22, 2025 206

WCF (Windows Communication Foundation) is a robust programming framework designed for building, configuring, and deploying network-distributed services.

How to unit test async methods in C#
By Tan Lee Published on Jan 22, 2025 451

Unit testing asynchronous methods in C# is an essential skill for ensuring your code functions as expected, especially when working with external dependencies like web APIs or databases.

How to consume an SSE endpoint using HttpClient in C#
By Tan Lee Published on Jan 22, 2025 706

Server-Sent Events (SSE) offer an efficient way for clients to receive real-time updates from a server.

How to send a file using HttpClient in C#
By Tan Lee Published on Jan 22, 2025 664

When working with HTTP requests in C#, one common task is sending files through a POST request.

Sending query strings using HttpClient in C#
By Tan Lee Published on Jan 21, 2025 785

Query strings consist of a ? followed by one or more key-value pairs separated by &. It is essential to ensure that special characters, such as spaces or Unicode characters, are properly encoded.

Performance Boost from Reusing HttpClient Connections
By Tan Lee Published on Jan 21, 2025 365

When you reuse an HttpClient instance for multiple requests, the connection is kept open and reused for each subsequent request.

How to change the HttpClient timeout per request in C#
By Tan Lee Published on Jan 21, 2025 934

When making multiple requests with a shared HttpClient instance, you may sometimes need to modify the timeout for specific requests.

Handling Redirects with HttpClient in C#
By Tan Lee Published on Jan 21, 2025 615

By default, HttpClient handles redirects automatically. When a request results in a 3xx response code (e.g., 301, 302), HttpClient follows the Location header and makes a new request to the provided URL.

How to Cancel an HttpClient Request in C#
By Tan Lee Published on Jan 21, 2025 371

In C#, you can achieve this by using the CancellationToken with the HttpClient class.

C# Async Main
By Tan Lee Published on Jan 21, 2025 340

The Async Main feature, introduced in C# 7.1, allows you to make the Main() method asynchronous.

The referenced component could not be found
By Tan Lee Published on Jan 21, 2025 474

When opening a C# project in Visual Studio, you may encounter a frustrating error where none of the references load correctly.