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Should I use OData or develop my own WCF service?


I have a project to expose Entity Framework data via a web service. I am wondering should I use OData or write my own WCF services? It seems that OData is dead. Am I right?


Solution

  • The WCF Data Services team has just recently published a new WCF Data Services v5.1.0 (RC) release....

    I don't see any signs of a demise here, really.... read their team blog! They've even announced to be releasing more frequently in the future!

    Doesn't sound anything like dead to me...

    Basically, OData / WCF Data Services is the fastest way to publish an Entity Framework data model to the web. If it's good enough for you, if it covers all your needs - then by all means - USE IT!