Describe how to handle a scenario in Entity Framework where an Enumeration type needs to be extended with new values over time.
- Add new enum values and manually update the database schema using migration scripts.
- Implement a custom solution to dynamically load enumeration values from an external source.
- Use a string property in the database to store the enumeration values, allowing for easy updates.
- Utilize a lookup table in the database to store the enumeration values and reference it from the entities.
Utilize a lookup table approach in the database, where the enumeration values are stored separately from the entities using foreign key relationships. This allows for easy extension of the enumeration values without modifying the database schema or existing data, ensuring flexibility and maintainability in the long run.
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