What are models in ASP.NET Core MVC applications?

What are models in ASP.NET Core MVC applications?

In ASP.NET Core MVC, models represent the data and business logic of the application. They are used to manage the data that the application works with.

How do I create a model in an ASP.NET Core MVC app?

To create a model, you typically define a class in the Models folder of your project. This class will contain properties that represent the data.

Can you give me an example of a model class?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

public class Product {
    public int Id { get; set; }
    public string Name { get; set; }
    public decimal Price { get; set; }
}

What is the purpose of data annotations in models?

Data annotations are used to add metadata to your model properties, such as validation rules and display formats, which help in data validation and UI rendering.