[avenger123]

Not all of us using .NET use LINQ without any oversight or thought. It's a great tool and needs to be used wisely.

For example, all queries that are generated for database calls via LINQ are reviewed and analyzed to make sure its what is expected.

You are right, LINQ is not magical and was never meant to be. I don't think using LINQ is an automatic ticket to leave your brain at the door.

In your case, it's easier to blame the tech and stop using it than to take responsibility for training the team to be better developers.

I would also imagine that on this team the use of var was also restricted?