| uid | entity-framework |
|---|---|
| title | Entity Framework | Microsoft Docs |
| author | rick-anderson |
| description | This article provides an overview of the Entity Framework. |
| ms.assetid | faa761a9-86b3-4859-b9c0-60d5c5bc5e93 |
| ms.author | tdykstra |
| ms.date | 03/12/2010 |
| msc.legacyurl | /entity-framework |
| msc.type | content |
Entity Framework (EF) is an object-relational mapper that enables .NET developers to work with relational data using domain-specific objects. It eliminates the need for most of the data-access code that developers usually need to write.
- Get it: Add this to your project and start taking advantage of this powerful O/RM.
- Get Started: Visit the guide for videos and tutorials that will help you make the most of your data.
- Get Help: Find out how to get help from the experts and contribute to the data community on Stack Overflow.
- Contribute: Find out how you can help make Entity Framework, an open development model, even better by visiting GitHub site.
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