What's wrong with foreign keys?
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I remember hearing Joel mention in the podcast that he'd barely ever used a foreign key (if I remember correctly). However, to me they seem pretty vital to avoid duplication and subsequent data integrity problems throughout your database.
Do people have some solid reasons as to why (to avoid a discussion in lines with SO principals)?
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