Extract MS Project Information in Aspose.Tasks

Introduction

Are you looking to efficiently extract information from Microsoft Project files using Aspose.Tasks for .NET? In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through the process step by step. But before we dive into the implementation details, let’s first ensure you have everything you need.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have the following:

1. Aspose.Tasks for .NET

Ensure that you have installed the Aspose.Tasks for .NET library. If you haven’t done so already, you can download it from the Aspose.Tasks for .NET website.

2. Credentials for SharePoint

You’ll need the credentials to access the SharePoint where your MS Project files are stored. Make sure you have the following information:

• SharePoint Domain Address
• User Name
• Password

Importing Namespaces

Once you’ve got your prerequisites sorted out, it’s time to import the necessary namespaces into your project.

    using Aspose.Tasks;
    using System;
    using System.Collections.Generic;
    

Now let’s break down the process of extracting MS Project information into multiple steps.

Step 1: Provide Credentials

First, you need to provide your SharePoint credentials to access the Project Server.

const string SharepointDomainAddress = "https://contoso.sharepoint.com/sites/pwa";
const string UserName = "[e-mail]";
const string Password = "MyPassword";
var credentials = new ProjectServerCredentials(SharepointDomainAddress, UserName, Password);

Step 2: Initialize Project Server Manager

Next, initialize a ProjectServerManager instance with the provided credentials.

var reader = new ProjectServerManager(credentials);

Step 3: Retrieve Project List

Now, you can retrieve the list of projects from the Project Server.

IEnumerable<ProjectInfo> list = reader.GetProjectList();

Step 4: Print Project Information

Finally, iterate through the list of projects and print their information.

Console.WriteLine("Print information about projects:");
foreach (var info in list)
{
    Console.WriteLine("Id: " + info.Id);
    Console.WriteLine("Name: " + info.Name);
    Console.WriteLine("Description: " + info.Description);
    Console.WriteLine("Created Date: " + info.CreatedDate);
    Console.WriteLine("Last Saved Date: " + info.LastSavedDate);
    Console.WriteLine("Last Published Date: " + info.LastPublishedDate);
    Console.WriteLine("Is Checked Out: " + info.IsCheckedOut);
}

Conclusion

Congratulations! You’ve successfully learned how to extract MS Project information using Aspose.Tasks for .NET. With this knowledge, you can now integrate this functionality into your .NET applications seamlessly.

FAQ’s

Q1: Can I use Aspose.Tasks for .NET with any version of Microsoft Project?

A: Yes, Aspose.Tasks for .NET supports various versions of Microsoft Project, including 2003, 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, and 2019.

Q2: Is Aspose.Tasks for .NET compatible with both Windows and Linux platforms?

A: Yes, Aspose.Tasks for .NET is compatible with both Windows and Linux platforms, making it versatile for different development environments.

Q3: Can I extract task dependencies using Aspose.Tasks for .NET?

A: Absolutely! Aspose.Tasks for .NET provides robust functionality to extract not only basic project information but also task dependencies and other intricate details.

Q4: Does Aspose.Tasks for .NET offer technical support?

A: Yes, you can get technical support for Aspose.Tasks for .NET through the Aspose.Tasks forum, where you can ask questions and seek assistance from experts.

Q5: Can I try Aspose.Tasks for .NET before purchasing it?

A: Certainly! You can avail yourself of a free trial of Aspose.Tasks for .NET from the releases page, allowing you to explore its features before making a purchase decision.