I’ve just published a new deep-dive on a topic that impacts almost every application we build: SQL fundamentals. Whether you write backend APIs, front-end UI, or full-stack features, understanding how data is stored, queried, and structured can dramatically improve how you design and debug software. In this post, I walk through the essentials, from reading common SQL queries to understanding joins, indexes, views, and how SQL Projects help you version-control your database just like code.
I also explore how SQL fits naturally into .NET development with tools like Dapper and Entity Framework Core, including when to use each. My goal is to give you a practical foundation you can apply immediately, regardless of your experience level.
If you’re looking to level up your database skills or simply want a clearer picture of what’s happening behind the scenes in your applications, you can read the full guide here:
👉 https://intrepid-developer.com/blog/sql-basics-for-every-developer
Let me know what you think, I’d love to hear your thoughts or questions!