How can I set up a configuration file for .NET console applications?

Question

Is it possible to use a ".net configuration" file for a .NET console application?

I'm looking for an equivalent to web.config, but specifically for console applications...

I can certainly roll my own, but If I can use .NET's built in configuration reader then I would like to do that...I really just need to store a connection string...

Thanks

Answer 1

Yes - use app.config.

Exactly the same syntax, options, etc. as web.config, but for console and WinForms applications.

To add one to your project, right-click the project in Solution Explorer, Add..., New Item... and pick "Application Configuration File" from the Templates box.

Answer 2

app.config... If you have an App.config in your project, it will get copied as executableName.exe.config in the case of a console application.