When I am in debug mode, I see an object filled with values(objectInMemory). I want VS to automatically create a c# initialization code like this with the exact values that are present now in debug mode.
var object = new objectInMemory{ field1= 1, field2="text", .... } So that I can copy it, stop debugging and hard-code these values in mock (for example)
is it possible with VS or any other third party tool?
The answer is, probably not...
Though, you could hack around this a little with something like Json.net or some other serializer
When you are in the Quick Watch window. Just call
Newtonsoft.Json.JsonConvert.SerializeObject(obj); and wallah, you have a copy of your object to use later (and add pepper and salt to taste). However, obviously limitations apply
Lastly, you could probably write you own extension, or better methods to save to file or something
Disclaimer, i cannot be held responsible for anyone you maim or otherwise injure with this idea
There is at least one visual studio extension to do this (this is one I was able to find quickly):
https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=OmarElabd.ObjectExporter
Later...
The extension I couldn't remember that triggered me to search was this one:
https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=CodeValueLtd.OzCode
Note that the above is a commercial product. Also note that I have used neither!
