Code Generators for .Net

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I'm looking to do some side projects but don't have the time to hand code everything. What code generators has anyone used? Currently, I am looking at Iron Speed, but can't really afford to buy it. So I'm looking for a product under $300.00.

Any suggestions?

Jim

Answer 1

One of the most well known code generators is codesmith (http://www.codesmithtools.com/). Visual Studio now supports code generation natively via T4 (http://visualstudiomagazine.com/articles/2009/05/01/visual-studios-t4-code-generation.aspx)

Answer 2

CodeSmith is one option, it can write your classes based off of your db table schema.

Answer 3

I'm not sure what your are exactly looking for, but I found these:

http://www.radsoftware.com.au/products/

http://www.codesmithtools.com/store/pricing.aspx

Answer 4

If you just wanted code templates, CodeSmith is pretty much the gold standard. If you actually want something that can generate code based off of your database model (O/R mapping), there are many good ones. I use LLBLGen Pro -- it has a steep learning curve, but the payoff is worth it. You can have a fully working data access layer and business logic layer in minutes that are easily synced with any database changes.

Answer 5

Also check out MyGeneration. It's free, open source and quite good.