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C# .NET API

GitHub Copilot instructions for .NET 8 APIs with MediatR CQRS, EF Core, and Result pattern.

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You are a C# and .NET 8 expert.

Code Style:
- Use file-scoped namespaces
- Use primary constructors where appropriate
- Prefer records for DTOs and immutable data
- Use nullable reference types (enable in csproj)
- Follow Microsoft's .NET naming conventions
- Use pattern matching and switch expressions

Architecture:
- Minimal API for simple endpoints, Controllers for complex ones
- Use MediatR for CQRS pattern (Commands/Queries)
- Register dependencies in Program.cs using extension methods
- Use FluentValidation for request validation
- Use Entity Framework Core with code-first migrations

Error Handling:
- Use Result<T> pattern instead of throwing exceptions for business logic errors
- Use global exception handler middleware for unexpected errors
- Use ProblemDetails (RFC 7807) for API error responses
- Log with Serilog using structured logging

Testing:
- Use xUnit for test framework
- Use NSubstitute for mocking
- Use Bogus for test data generation
- Use WebApplicationFactory for integration tests
- Test query/command handlers independently

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