Joche Ojeda
My Journey Exploring the Oqtane Framework
A developer’s field notes on learning Oqtane by reading source code, mapping lessons from XAF, and aiming for a single .NET codebase across client, server, and mobile—plus a personal update: I’m about to start learning Russian at the University of St. Petersburg.
Setting Up Hostnames for Multi-Tenant Sites in Oqtane
Learn how to configure hostnames for multi-tenant sites in Oqtane using the Windows hosts file. This guide walks you through simulating local domains, routing tenants correctly, and understanding how DNS and web servers like Apache or Nginx handle requests — all explained with real examples and a bit of personal history.
Understanding Multi-Tenancy in Oqtane (and How to Set Up Sites)
Exploring how Oqtane handles multi-tenancy — setting up multiple sites within a single installation using SQLite, each with its own configuration, theme, and database options.
Oqtane Notes: Understanding Site Settings vs. App Settings for Hosting Models and Render Modes
After countless Oqtane installs, I finally learned how its configuration really works. The values in appsettings.json only apply when creating a new site — once it’s running, all runtime and render mode changes must be made from the admin panel. This post explains that subtle but important difference.
Setting Up Your Oqtane Database: First Run and Configuration
Learn how to set up your Oqtane database for the first time using either the built-in setup wizard or a manual configuration in appsettings.json. This guide walks you through each step to get your Oqtane installation running smoothly and ready for backend exploration in the next article.
Getting Started with Oqtane 6.2.x
Returning to Oqtane after some time away, I’m documenting my journey through this powerful .NET-based framework. As our office explores new development options that keep us close to the .NET ecosystem, Oqtane stands out as a compelling choice for production-sized projects. This first article in the series tackles the fundamental question every developer faces: how do you actually install and set up Oqtane? From cloning the GitHub repository to using the simplified .NET templates, I’ll walk you through two different approaches—each with its own advantages depending on your experience level and project goals. Whether you’re a beginner looking for the quickest path to productivity or an experienced developer wanting to understand the framework’s layered architecture, this guide provides the essential steps and insights to get you started with Oqtane development.