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Covers domain-centric approaches like clean architecture, onion, and hexagonal patterns, as well as vertical slice architecture and modular monoliths. Explains how modern .NET architectures relate to fundamental patterns and discusses the trade-offs between different approaches. ## Full article daily.dev links to this article rather than hosting it. 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