Question 1

How do I integrate Ben.Demystifier with ASP.NET Core error logging?

Accepted Answer

Add the NuGet package and call `exception.Demystify()` in your global exception handler or middleware before logging. This ensures stack traces in logs are demystified for better readability in tools like Application Insights or Serilog.

Question 2

Ben.Demystifier vs standard .NET stack traces – what's the performance impact?

Accepted Answer

Ben.Demystifier is optimized for minimal overhead, with benchmarks showing fast processing. However, in performance-critical paths where exceptions are frequent, there might be a slight cost compared to raw stack traces, though it's generally negligible.

Question 3

Does it work with .NET Framework 4.8 or only .NET Core?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it supports .NET Framework (e.g., net462) as well as .NET Core, as indicated by the benchmark configurations. Check the NuGet package for specific target framework compatibility to ensure it matches your project.

Question 4

Can Ben.Demystifier handle custom exceptions or only built-in ones?

Accepted Answer

It works with any exception type by demystifying the stack trace within it. The library processes the stack frames generically, so custom exceptions benefit equally from improved readability in their traces.

Question 5

Is there a way to disable demystification for specific parts of the code?

Accepted Answer

No, the library doesn't provide fine-grained control; once integrated, demystification applies globally when `Demystify()` is called. For selective use, you'd need to conditionally apply it based on context.

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