Understanding ASP.NET MVC Model Binding

ASP.NET MVC model binding allows you to map and bind HTTP request data with a model. Model binding makes it easy for you to work with form data because the request data (POST/GET) is automatically transferred into a data model you specify. ASP.NET MVC accomplishes this behind the scenes with the help of Default Binder. This article discusses how model binding works for various types of models viz. simple types, class types and lists. It also shows how to create a custom model binder if situation calls for it.

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