How would you handle a scenario where you need to retrieve large data efficiently in ADO.NET?

Short answer: When working with large datasets in ADO.NET, it's crucial to ensure that the application does not run into performance issues, such as excessive memory usage or long wait times. Here are some strategies to efficiently retrieve large data:

Real-world example (ShopNest)

ShopNest’s reporting job still uses ADO.NET for a heavy SQL query where raw performance and stored procedures matter more than EF convenience.

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1. Define — one clear sentence (the short answer above).
2. Example — relate it to a project like ShopNest or your real work.
3. Trade-off — when you would not use it.