Code generators vs. ORMs vs. Stored Procedures

Question

In what domains do each of these software architectures shine or fail?

Which key requirements would prompt you to choose one over the other?

Please assume th

Answer 1

I agree that there are pros and cons to everything and a lot depends on your architecture. That being said, I try to use ORM's where it makes sense. A lot of the functionality is already there and usually they help prevent SQL Injection (plus it helps avoid re-inventing the wheel).

Please see these other two posts on the topic (dynamic SQL vs stored procedures vs ORM) for more information

Dynamic SQL vs. stored procedures
Which is better: Ad hoc queries, or stored procedures?

ORMs vs. stored procedures
Why is parameterized SQL generated by NHibernate just as fast as a stored procedure?