Microsoft ADO.NET Entity Framework Step by Step

Chapter 1. Getting to know the Entity Framework

After completing the chapter, you’ll be able to

• Defining an entity

• Understanding the Entity Framework elements

• Introducing the Entity Framework files

• Developing a simple Entity Framework example

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