I need to build a web page where my colleagues can manage data in a database table. The page should let them create new records, edit existing ones, and remove entries they don’t need anymore.
I’m looking for the fastest approach to create this kind of interface in ASP.NET. Ideally I want something that automatically generates form fields based on my database schema so I don’t have to manually create each input control.
Is there a built-in component or ready-made solution that can handle this basic CRUD functionality without writing tons of custom code? I just need a straightforward data entry form that connects directly to my table.
if u want a quick solution, try using GridView with SqlDataSource. just drag those onto ur page, and it automates insert/update/delete for u. seriously, skip complicated stuff! this old school method works like a charm for basic CRUD. setup takes around 10 mins.
what’s ur database setup like? entity framework or raw sql? mvc scaffolding might be perfect if ur up for it. also, what data types are u workin with?
Dynamic Data was built exactly for this - it’s still one of the fastest ways to spin up CRUD interfaces. Just point it at your database schema and you’ll have a complete admin interface in minutes. It auto-generates typed forms, validation, and handles all the basic operations without creating fields manually. Sure, it won’t win any design awards compared to modern frameworks, but Dynamic Data crushes it when you need functional data management fast. I’ve used it tons for internal business apps where getting something working quickly mattered more than pretty styling. The generated interfaces work right out of the box and you can always customize them later.