The Complete Guide to ASP.NET Core MVC (.NET 5) - Product Controller Part 2

The video tutorial explains the concept of view models in MVC architecture, focusing on their role in representing data for views, distinct from domain models. It details the creation of a product view model to handle dropdowns for categories and cover types, and the necessary modifications in the controller to integrate this view model. The tutorial also covers handling upsert actions for creating and editing products, including error handling and API call adjustments.

What is a view model and how does it differ from a domain model?

Why is it necessary to create a view model for the products upsert?

What properties should be included in the product view model?

Explain the process of adding a select list for categories and cover types in the view model.

What steps are involved in retrieving the product in the Upsert get action?

How do you handle file uploads in the Upsert post action?

What modifications are needed in the product controller to include properties for category and cover type?