Ultimate ASP.NET 5 Web API Development Guide - Introducing AutoMapper

The video tutorial covers the installation and setup of Automapper in a .NET Core application. It explains how to create a Mapperconfig class, configure mappings between data types, and inject Automapper into the application. The tutorial demonstrates how to use Automapper in controllers to efficiently convert data types, reducing the need for manual code and preventing overposting.

What is the significance of the Mapperconfig class in Automapper?

Explain how to create a mapping configuration between two data types using Automapper.

What does the reverse map function do in Automapper?

Describe the steps to set up Automapper in a project.

What is the purpose of using Automapper in an application?

How do you inject Automapper into a controller?

What are the benefits of using Automapper for data type conversion?