Bridging Code, Systems, and Real-World Impact

Over the past few months, I’ve been deep in the trenches of complex system integrations—working across .NET, Autofac, JWT authentication, SQL Server & PostgreSQL, and optimising tax relief systems for big charities.

Some of the key takeaways from this journey:

✅ Multi-DB Challenges: Running SQL Server and PostgreSQL side by side isn’t just about ORM differences. Handling package references at runtime while keeping performance optimal is a different beast altogether.

✅ Scaling Tax Relief Systems: Designing SubmissionOptions that balance automation and manual overrides taught me a lot about structuring business rules effectively.

✅ Explaining Tech to Non-Tech: Whether it’s breaking down AccountMatching logic or simplifying complex SQL queries for non-technical managers, communication is as critical as code.

One of the most rewarding parts? Taking these learnings beyond code—gathering firsthand insights from charity clients in the UK, understanding their pain points, and shaping solutions that actually help them.

Curious—how do you handle multi-DB systems or optimize performance in high-volume applications? Let’s discuss!

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