The document discusses good practices for using Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) in database development, covering topics such as dependency management, fetching strategies, and querying with DQL (Doctrine Query Language). It provides examples of defining entities, associations, fetching strategies (eager, lazy, extra_lazy), and formulating complex queries with joins. The document emphasizes that improper ORM usage can lead to performance issues, encouraging developers to adhere to established guidelines.