How can I use custom converters in AutoMapper?

How can I use custom converters in AutoMapper?

You can create custom converters in AutoMapper by implementing the IValueConverter interface. This allows you to define how specific types should be converted.

Can you give me an example of a custom converter?

Sure! For instance, if you want to convert a string to a DateTime, you can create a converter like this: public class StringToDateTimeConverter : IValueConverter { public object Convert(object source, object destination, object destMember, ResolutionContext context) { return DateTime.Parse((string)source); }}.

How do I register this custom converter with AutoMapper?

You can register your custom converter in the AutoMapper configuration like this: cfg.CreateMap<Source, Destination>().ForMember(dest => dest.Date, opt => opt.ConvertUsing(new StringToDateTimeConverter(), src => src.DateString));

What if I need to convert multiple types?

You can create multiple converters and register them similarly, or you can create a generic converter that handles different types based on the input.