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How do you map DataReader to objects efficiently?
Updated Apr 28, 2026
Short answer
Use ordinal accessors and avoid boxing for performance.
Deep explanation
Cache column ordinals, use typed getters (GetInt32, GetString), and avoid reflection in hot paths. Consider micro-ORMs for convenience if acceptable.
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