How to Read AppSettings Values from a .json File in ASP.NET Core

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Summary: Learn how to effectively read and manage AppSettings values from a .json file in an ASP.NET Core application.
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How to Read AppSettings Values from a .json File in ASP.NET Core

This guide will guide you through the steps of reading AppSettings values from a .json file in an ASP.NET Core application.

Step-by-Step Guide

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Step 2: Inject Configuration into the Startup Class

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Step 3: Access Configuration Values

You can access the configuration values directly from the Configuration object injected into the Startup class.

Using Manual Access:

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Using Strongly-Typed Configuration Classes:

A more structured approach involves mapping configuration settings to a POCO (Plain Old CLR Object) class.

Define a class that maps to the configuration section:

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Inject and use the configuration in a controller or service:

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Conclusion

By following these steps, you can efficiently manage and access your configuration settings, making your application easier to adapt and maintain across different environments.