Question 1

How do I set up Boxed.Mapping in an ASP.NET Core API?

Accepted Answer

Install the Boxed.Mapping NuGet package, create mapper classes inheriting from IMapper, and register them in Startup.cs or Program.cs using dependency injection for automatic convention-based mapping.

Question 2

Boxed.AspNetCore or built-in Microsoft extensions for middleware?

Accepted Answer

Boxed.AspNetCore is best when you need pre-built, production-tested utilities like advanced exception handling or response caching, while built-in options offer more control and lighter dependencies.

Question 3

Can I use Boxed.Framework with .NET 6 or later?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the packages target .NET Core and ASP.NET Core, so they are compatible with .NET 5, 6, and later versions, but check NuGet for specific version support.

Question 4

Boxed.Mapping vs AutoMapper performance?

Accepted Answer

Boxed.Mapping is faster for simple convention-based scenarios due to less overhead, but AutoMapper excels in complex mappings with custom expressions and broader community support.

Question 5

How to test a custom project template with Boxed.DotnetNewTest?

Accepted Answer

Use Boxed.DotnetNewTest to write unit tests that execute dotnet new commands, validate generated files, and ensure your template works across different environments.

Question 6

Is Boxed.Framework good for microservices?

Accepted Answer

It can help with consistent Swagger docs and object mapping in microservices, but the dependency on multiple packages might conflict with microservices' preference for lightweight, independent components.

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