ADO.NET vs Dapper: Comparison Guide for .NET Developers
In.NET, data access has evolved, but finding the right tool still comes down to control vs. convenience. You have to decide: do you prefer to write every query or move faster with something easier to maintain? Can you manage the boilerplate, or would you rather work with leaner syntax? For many.NET developers, the answers point to one of two popular tools—ADO.NET or Dapper. ADO.NET gives you complete control but with boilerplate and manual overhead.