This section provides an in-depth guide to configuring the development environment for stevedunn/vogen.serialization. The configuration options are essential for tailoring the serialization behavior to suit specific project needs. Below are step-by-step instructions, accompanied by detailed code examples.

Configuration Options

Vogen.Serialization offers several configuration options that can be set up within the project files. Configurations can include settings such as namespaces, output directory, and specific serialization parameters.

Step 1: Define the Configuration File

Create a configuration file named vogen.json in the root directory of your project. This file is essential to set the various serialization options.

Example of vogen.json:

{
  "Namespace": "MyProject.Serialization",
  "OutputDirectory": "Generated",
  "SerializeObjects": true
}

Step 2: Setting Namespaces

The Namespace option allows you to customize the namespace under which the generated serialization code will reside. Ensure that this reflects your project’s architecture to maintain organization.

Example:

{
  "Namespace": "MyCompany.MyModule.Serialization"
}

Step 3: Specifying the Output Directory

Using the OutputDirectory option, you can specify where the generated code files should be placed. This is particularly useful for project structure management.

Example: Changing Output Directory:

{
  "OutputDirectory": "src/MyGeneratedCode"
}

Step 4: Enabling or Disabling Serialization

The option SerializeObjects allows you to choose whether to enable serialization for certain types of objects. Setting this to true will activate the serialization functionality.

Example:

{
  "SerializeObjects": true
}

Step 5: Additional Serialization Parameters

Vogen.Serialization supports additional parameters tailored for various use-cases such as handling date formats, ignoring null values, etc. These can be added based on your project requirements.

Example: Additional Parameters:

{
  "AdditionalParameters": {
    "DateFormat": "yyyy-MM-dd",
    "IgnoreNullValues": true
  }
}

Step 6: Applying the Configuration

Once the vogen.json file is created and populated with the desired configurations, ensure that your build process incorporates the reading of this file.

For a .NET project, this can be accomplished in your Program.cs or Startup.cs file using the following code:

using System.IO;
using Microsoft.Extensions.Configuration;

var configBuilder = new ConfigurationBuilder()
    .SetBasePath(Directory.GetCurrentDirectory())
    .AddJsonFile("vogen.json", optional: false, reloadOnChange: true);

var configuration = configBuilder.Build();

// Accessing the configuration values
string namespaceValue = configuration["Namespace"];
string outputDirectory = configuration["OutputDirectory"];
bool serializeObjects = bool.Parse(configuration["SerializeObjects"]);

Step 7: Verifying the Configuration

After applying the above configurations, it’s vital to verify that the setup outputs the expected results. Generate the serialization code and ensure that it adheres to the specified configurations. You can utilize unit tests or manual testing approaches to confirm proper functionality.

Example: Running the Code Generation:

Invoke the code generation mechanism as part of your build process or through command-line instructions as specified within your project setup.

Conclusion

Configuring the development environment in stevedunn/vogen.serialization is straightforward with the vogen.json file. Follow the detailed steps provided here to ensure that the serialization settings meet your project needs effectively.

This documentation is based on the official guidance and usage scenarios for stevedunn/vogen.serialization.