Question 1

PropertyMapper vs Mantle for iOS data parsing

Accepted Answer

PropertyMapper is a minimalist, declarative library focused on parsing with validation, ideal for lightweight projects. Mantle offers more features like JSON serialization and model versioning, but is heavier. Choose PropertyMapper for simplicity and self-containment, or Mantle for comprehensive tooling.

Question 2

How to use PropertyMapper with Swift

Accepted Answer

You can use it in Swift via bridging headers, but the API is Objective-C-centric. Mapping syntax and features like KZCall require Objective-C methods, so it's less seamless than native Swift solutions like Codable.

Question 3

How to handle nested objects in PropertyMapper

Accepted Answer

Use nested dictionaries in the mapping syntax, as shown in the README with sub_object. For arrays, reference items by index, e.g., @{@1 : KZProperty(uniqueID)} to map the first array element.

Question 4

Can I add custom validators in PropertyMapper

Accepted Answer

Yes, add categories on KZPropertyDescriptor to implement custom validators. The README mentions it's simple, but you need to extend the library yourself, which requires some Objective-C knowledge.

Question 5

Is PropertyMapper still maintained

Accepted Answer

The README shows CI badges and version updates, but check the GitHub repository for recent commits to confirm. It may have slower development compared to more popular libraries.

Question 6

How to convert enums with PropertyMapper

Accepted Answer

Use KZCall with a custom method, like KZCall(videoTypeFromString:, type), where you implement a method to map strings to enum values, as demonstrated in the advanced usage section.

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