Buzruk.GenericRepository

Understanding AddRangeAsync (Asynchronous) and AddRange (Synchronous)

• Core Purpose: Both methods empower you to add a collection of entities to your persistence layer (often a database) managed by your Object-Relational Mapper (ORM) or data access layer in a single operation.
• Key Distinction: AddRangeAsync operates asynchronously, enhancing responsiveness in UI-centric applications by not blocking the UI thread. AddRange works synchronously, completing the operation in the current thread.

Choosing Your Champion: AddRangeAsync vs. AddRange

Here's a breakdown to help you decide:

General Usage and Examples

1. Adding a Collection of Entities (Asynchronous):

// Assuming you have an instance of your repository (`repository`)
// and a collection of Product objects (`products`)

Task addProductsTask = repository.AddRangeAsync<Product>(products);

// Await the task to ensure completion before proceeding (optional)
await addProductsTask;

// You can continue with further operations after successful addition
Console.WriteLine($"{products.Count} products added successfully.");

2. Adding a Collection of Entities (Synchronous):

repository.AddRange<Product>(products);

// No need to await as the operation happens synchronously

Console.WriteLine($"{products.Count} products added successfully.");

Modern Usage Considerations:

• Asynchronous Programming Paradigm: In modern applications, AddRangeAsyn is generally preferred due to its responsiveness benefits. Asynchronous programming allows your application to remain interactive while data is being added.
• Error Handling: Implement robust error handling mechanisms to gracefully handle potential exceptions during the addition process. Use try-catch blocks or asynchronous error handling patterns (e.g., Task.WaitAll with exception propagation).
• Entity State Tracking: In some ORMs, calling AddRange might not automatically mark the entities as "added" for tracking purposes. Consult your ORM's documentation for configuration details regarding entity state management.

Advanced Usage Scenarios

1. Adding Entities with Relationships (Eager Loading):

If your entity model involves relationships, you might need to consider eager loading related entities to avoid multiple database queries. Consult your ORM's documentation for specific syntax and configuration options.

2. Adding Entities with Change Tracking (Optional):

In some ORMs, enabling change tracking allows for efficient updates using methods like UpdateAsync or UpdateRange. Refer to your ORM's documentation for configuration details.

Additional Considerations for Modern Applications:

• Bulk Operations: Some ORMs might offer specialized bulk insertion methods for even greater performance when dealing with very large datasets.
• Batching: Consider breaking down massive collections into smaller batches for AddRangeAsync calls to manage memory usage and potential timeouts.
• Transactions: If your addition operation involves multiple entities and needs to be atomic (all succeed or all fail), utilize transactions provided by your ORM.

Remember

• Prioritize AddRangeAsync for UI-centric applications to maintain responsiveness when adding collections of entities.
• Choose AddRange for background tasks or scenarios where immediate data manipulation is critical.
• Leverage asynchronous programming for a more modern and efficient approach.
• Implement proper error handling and carefully consider entity state tracking in your ORM.
• Explore advanced techniques like eager loading, change tracking, bulk operations, batching, and transactions when necessary.

By effectively using AddRangeAsync and AddRange, you can significantly improve the efficiency and scalability of your modern applications when bulk adding entities.