.NET Framework is a bloated, over-engineered monstrosity from Microsoft that's been the bane of many developers' existence. It's like a Swiss Army knife that has every tool imaginable, but good luck figuring out which one to use without slicing your fingers off in the process.

How to use it in a sentence

• "I spent all day wrestling with the .NET Framework trying to get a simple web app deployed, and I think I've aged 10 years in the process."

• "Oh, you want me to build that using the .NET Framework? Sure, let me just put my life on hold for the next 6 months while I navigate the labyrinth of documentation and configuration settings."

If you actually want to learn more...

Here are a few useful articles related to the .NET Framework where you can dive deeper, if you dare:

• Overview of the .NET Framework - A high-level overview of the key features and components of the .NET Framework. Brace yourself for a lot of Microsoft marketing-speak.

• .NET Framework Versions and Dependencies - A guide to understanding the different versions of the .NET Framework and their dependencies. Perfect for when you need to untangle the mess of DLLs and config files.

• Performance Tips for .NET Framework Apps - Tips for optimizing the performance of your .NET Framework apps. Because sometimes even the mighty .NET Framework needs a little help to keep up with your 10X coding skills.

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