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The client’s enterprise MVC and API platform, built on .NET Framework 4.6 with over 40 dependent libraries, faced severe limitations as transaction volumes surged. Although the system operated reliably for years, its outdated framework and SQL Server 2008 backend created major performance and security bottlenecks. These constraints prevented the platform from scaling effectively, delayed critical operations, and restricted the real-time analytics needed for modern digital payment environments.
The Challenge
The project had several complex challenges that necessitated the upgrade:
Outdated Framework & Security Risks:
- The application was built on .NET Framework 4.6, which is out of support and exposed to ongoing security vulnerabilities.
- Dependencies across more than 40 class libraries made the upgrade non-trivial, requiring deep analysis to understand compatibility, breaking changes, and potential refactoring.
Scalability, Reliability & Performance:
- The legacy system struggled with increased transaction volume, especially with the global rise in digital payments.
- Real-time decisioning and analytics capabilities were limited, which reduced responsiveness and performance under peak loads.
Database Limitations:
- The database backend was on SQL Server 2008, which lacked modern performance and security features.
- To support cloud-native deployment, scalability, and real-time analytics with read replicas, migration to a modern cloud database (Azure SQL) became essential.
The Solution
.NET Platform Upgrade
- Conducted a detailed assessment of all MVC, API, and dependent class libraries.
- Prepared a comprehensive migration document outlining steps, priorities, NuGet updates, code changes, and estimated effort.
- Migrated the entire codebase from .NET Framework 4.6 to .NET 6.0, converting project structures, refactoring deprecated APIs, updating libraries, and modernizing configuration, logging, and dependency injection.
- Ensured compatibility across all 40+ projects and performed end-to-end validation.
Database Modernization
- Upgraded the database from SQL Server 2008 → SQL Server 2019, addressing compatibility issues and improving performance.
- Used tools like Extended Events and SQL Query Store to identify bottlenecks and optimize queries.
- CMigrated the database to Azure SQL, enabling:
- Elastic scalability
- Automated high availability
- Read replicas for real-time analytics and reporting
- Improved security and monitoring through Azure’s built-in tools
The modernization initiative transformed a legacy system into a secure, scalable, and cloud-ready platform. With .NET 6.0 and Azure SQL, the application now supports higher transaction volumes, delivers faster performance, and aligns with modern architectural best practices. This upgrade ensures long-term maintainability, increased operational efficiency, and the ability to scale seamlessly with future business growth.
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