Extend Sitefinity CMS data model: Create the class library
You first create a new class library, in which you implement your custom logic. Thus, you can easily reference this logic in your project and use it directly in your web application. To create a class library for extending the Sitefinity CMS model, perform the following:
- In Visual Studio, create a new project.
- From the main menu, navigate to File » Add » New Project.
- Click Visual C# » Windows » Class Library.
- Name the project
CustomTypesand click Add.
A project with a single class file is generated in the solution. - Delete the
Class1.csfile from the CustomTypes project.
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