Getting Started

Step 1: Download CodeSmith

Download and install the latest version of CodeSmith Generator Professional.

NOTE: CSLA requires the latest version of CodeSmith Generator Professional
(If you have not previously registered with CodeSmith Tools or do not currently own a license of CodeSmith Generator, you will be required to register on the CodeSmith Tools website to get a trial key before using CodeSmith Generator.)

Step 2: Open a Visual Studio Project

Either create a new project, or open the project that you want to add your NHibernate files to.

Step 3: Add a new CodeSmith Project (CSP) to your project.

1. Right click on the project.
2. Select "Add new item..."
3. In Common Items there will be a CodeSmith Project.

Step 4: Add NHibernateMaster.cst to your CSP's output.

1. Configure NHibernateMaster as desired.
2. Don't forget to update your Assembly name!

Step 5: Update your App.Config

Create or Update your App.config or Web.config file to support NHibernate.

Step 6: Generate Outputs

1. Right click on your CSP and Generate Outputs.
2. Compile.
3. enjoy!