Connect to MySQL using EF Core

In this tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of creating an Entity Framework Core model and connecting a.NET console application to a MySQL database. We'll guide you through each step, from setting up your connection to retrieving data from your MySQL tables. Additionally, we'll explain how to install the necessary components, including the dotConnect for MySQL, and demonstrate how to use Entity Developer to generate your model.

Timestamps

0:00 – Introduction

0:36 – Creating a new console application in Visual Studio

0:47 – Connecting to MySQL database in Visual Studio

1:30 – Setting up Entity Framework Core and dotConnect for MySQL

1:55 – Creating an Entity Framework Core model using Entity Developer

4:06 – Connecting to the database and retrieving data

4:26 – Conclusion

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Code Example:
Find the code example mentioned in the video here: https://dotnetfiddle.net/KKKjzE

👉 Check full overview of dotConnect for MySQL here: https://www.devart.com/dotconnect/mysql/

🔥 You can download dotConnect for MySQL trial here: https://www.devart.com/dotconnect/mysql/download.html

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