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Hussein Mahdi
Hussein Mahdi

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DTO & AutoMapper: Empowering Transactions in 7 Simple Steps πŸ’ͺπŸ‘¨β€πŸ’»

In modern software development, efficient data handling is paramount. That’s where DTO (Data Transfer Object) and AutoMapper come into play. DTOs serve as lightweight data containers, facilitating smooth data transfer between different layers of an application. They enhance flexibility and maintainability by decoupling internal data structures from their external representations.

Meanwhile, AutoMapper simplifies the mapping process between different types of objects. By automating mappings, it reduces the need for writing repetitive and error-prone mapping code, thus improving developer productivity and code readability.


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Summary
The article explores how Data Transfer Objects (DTOs) and AutoMapper can be utilized to streamline data processing in software development. DTOs serve as lightweight data containers, facilitating smooth data transfer between application layers, enhancing flexibility, and maintainability. AutoMapper automates the mapping process between different object types, reducing the need for repetitive and error-prone code, thereby improving developer productivity and code readability.

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