WebExpress 0.0.8-alpha – Simplifying Sitemap Generation: A Big Leap Forward

Hey there!

I want to share an exciting update about the latest improvement in WebExpress - something that has already made my life (and yours, I hope) so much easier. With version 0.0.8-alpha, we’ve revamped the way sitemaps are generated. Previously, this process relied heavily on manually defined context paths through class attributes. While flexible, it often led to errors and frustrations. Let’s face it, manually handling paths can sometimes feel like walking a tightrope with your coding sanity on the line.



The new approach? We’ve shifted to using the namespace structure of assemblies to automatically generate sitemaps. No more fiddling around with manually added paths! The system now reflects the physical file and namespace hierarchy directly into the routing tree. This simplifies the process, makes it significantly easier to manage, and dramatically reduces human errors that can occur during manual path definitions.

What’s changed and why?

To put it simply:

  • Old method: Paths for routes were manually added in class attributes - great in theory but prone to mistakes and inconsistencies.

  • New method: The namespace structure of the code is now the backbone of sitemap generation, converting it directly into a routing hierarchy.

Let’s say you have the namespace WWW.Blog.Post. With the new system, it’ll automatically map to /blog/post effortlessly. And classes within those namespaces define the endpoints. For example, WWW.Blog.Post.Index.cs would correspond to /blog/post. No extra effort required, no human errors in adding paths.

Why this is a win for developers?

  1. Automation is your best friend: By eliminating manual definitions, the process is streamlined and foolproof.

  2. Fewer mistakes: No more worrying about typos or conflicting paths caused by overlapping context attributes.

  3. Consistency: Namespace hierarchy ensures that routes are clean, organized, and easy to follow.

  4. Time saver: With reduced overhead, you can focus on building amazing features instead of battling with routes and debugging obscure path errors.

How does this impact you?

This change is designed to make development smoother, faster, and less prone to error. Of course, if you have existing projects built around manual context paths, you’ll need to adapt to the new approach. But trust me, once you’ve migrated, you’ll wonder why we didn’t make this change sooner.

What’s next? Well, we’re constantly working to make WebExpress even more intuitive and efficient. Have you already tried out the new sitemap structure? How do you feel about it? Let me know your thoughts!

Until next time, happy coding! 😊

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