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Learn how to effectively use dash (`-`) in routing parameters within .NET 6 web applications, including best practices and code examples.
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How to Use - (Dash) in Router Parameters in .NET 6

In web development using .NET 6, routing plays a vital role in how we handle HTTP requests for our applications. When defining routes, you might sometimes want to include special characters like dashes (-). This guide will walk you through how to effectively use a router parameter with a dash in its name, demonstrating it with practical code examples and steps.

The Problem

Imagine you're creating a web API controller, and you want to include a parameter in your route that contains a dash. This can be tricky because, by convention, the use of dashes in route parameters is not directly supported. For example, consider the following controller setup:

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In this code snippet, we want to work with a route that includes an app-name, but you might find it challenging to map that dash to a variable in your method.

The Solution

There are two effective strategies for dealing with dashes in route parameters in .NET 6:

1. Use Camel Case Without Dashes

The simplest approach is to avoid using dashes completely. Instead, you can use camel case for your parameter names. For example, instead of app-name, you would use appName. Here’s what the updated code would look like:

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2. Use the Name Property on the FromRoute Attribute

If you want to retain the dash in your URL, you can use the Name property of the FromRoute attribute. This allows you to specify how the parameter should be interpreted when routing. Here’s how you can do that:

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Conclusion

In summary, while using dashes in route parameters in .NET 6 can be a challenge, there are efficient ways to work around this limitation. You can choose to rename your parameters using camel case or utilize the FromRoute attribute's Name property to keep the dash. By following these approaches, you can create clean and effective routing in your .NET 6 applications.

Feel free to experiment with both methods and choose the one that best suits your needs, keeping your codebase clean and intuitive.