Entity Framework different approaches

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Can anyone explain the different approaches used in entity framework and which is better? Have gone through internet and found 3 approaches but still have a doubt which one to prefer

Kamal_Systematix · Accepted Answer · 2016-10-20 06:49:55Z

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We can use three type of entity framework approach as per project requirement.

Database First:

An existing database can be used
Code can be auto-generated.
Extensible using partial classes/ T4 templates
The developer can update the database manually
There is a very good designer, which sync with the underlining database

http://www.entityframeworktutorial.net/database-first-with-entity-framework.aspx

Code First:

There is full control of the model from the Code; no EDMX/designer
No manual intervention to DB is required
The database is used for data only

http://www.entityframeworktutorial.net/code-first/what-is-code-first.aspx

Model First:

Good support with EDMX designer
We can visually create the database model
EF generates the Code and database script
Extensible through partial classes

answered Oct 20, 2016 at 6:49

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Ashu Over a year ago

Nice presentation Sir.. Thank you so much

Kamal_Systematix · Accepted Answer · 2016-10-20 07:58:25Z

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Database First is better than other approach. I think, you should prefer database first approach.

answered Oct 20, 2016 at 7:58

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