Can we store/retrieve data from Share Point list using a WPF C# application?

Lakshmanan B 81

I am working on WPF C# application. Right now, I have the application connected to SQL database to store and retrieve data. However, I am curious to explore the options to replace it with Share Point List. So that, whatever the data I create using my WPF desktop application, I will store the data in the SP list.

If I can store the records in the SP list, I can also create a Power App just to view those created records for the people in the top of organization!

I have not started to code, so unfortunately, I cannot provide code as I am seeking to get opinion if its possible.

Any links, blogs and resource will be helpful! Thanks in Advance!

sumaira 0 Reputation points

2024-08-09T07:34:10.79+00:00
Yes, you can store and retrieve data from a SharePoint list using a WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) C# application. SharePoint provides APIs that allow you to interact with SharePoint lists programmatically. Here's a general overview of how you can achieve this, with a focus on how it relates to "digital marketing":

Steps to Store/Retrieve Data from SharePoint in a WPF C# Application

Set Up Your SharePoint Environment:

Ensure you have a SharePoint site and a list where you want to store or retrieve data.

For digital marketing purposes, you might have a SharePoint list to manage campaign data, track leads, or store marketing materials.

Choose the Right SharePoint API:
- **SharePoint Client Object Model (CSOM)**: This is commonly used for accessing SharePoint Online and on-premises versions. - **REST API**: Suitable for scenarios where you want to perform operations over HTTP. **Add References to Your WPF Project**: - For CSOM, you'll need to install the SharePoint CSOM NuGet package. ``` shCopy code Install-Package Microsoft.SharePointOnline.CSOM ``` - For REST API, you can use standard HTTP libraries like `HttpClient`. **Authenticate with SharePoint**: - **For SharePoint Online**, you typically authenticate using OAuth or via a `NetworkCredential` approach for on-premises SharePoint. - **Example using CSOM**: ``` csharpCopy code using ``` **Retrieve Data from SharePoint List**: - **Example using CSOM**: ``` csharpCopy code using ``` **Store Data into SharePoint List**: - **Example using CSOM**: ``` csharpCopy code using ```

Relevance to Digital Marketing

For digital marketing, you might use SharePoint lists to manage and track various marketing-related data such as:

Campaign Information: Store details about different marketing campaigns.

Lead Tracking: Keep track of leads generated through marketing efforts.

Content Management: Store marketing materials like images or documents.

Analytics: Track performance metrics or feedback related to marketing activities.

Conclusion

Integrating SharePoint with a WPF C# application allows you to efficiently manage marketing-related data, leveraging SharePoint's powerful data storage and collaboration features. Using CSOM or REST APIs, you can create robust solutions that integrate seamlessly with your marketing workflows.Yes, you can store and retrieve data from a SharePoint list using a WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) C# application. SharePoint provides APIs that allow you to interact with SharePoint lists programmatically. Here's a general overview of how you can achieve this, with a focus on how it relates to "digital marketing":

Steps to Store/Retrieve Data from SharePoint in a WPF C# Application

Set Up Your SharePoint Environment:

Ensure you have a SharePoint site and a list where you want to store or retrieve data.

For digital marketing purposes, you might have a SharePoint list to manage campaign data, track leads, or store marketing materials.

Choose the Right SharePoint API:
- **SharePoint Client Object Model (CSOM)**: This is commonly used for accessing SharePoint Online and on-premises versions. - **REST API**: Suitable for scenarios where you want to perform operations over HTTP. **Add References to Your WPF Project**: - For CSOM, you'll need to install the SharePoint CSOM NuGet package. ``` sh Install-Package Microsoft.SharePointOnline.CSOM ``` - For REST API, you can use standard HTTP libraries like `HttpClient`. **Authenticate with SharePoint**: - **For SharePoint Online**, you typically authenticate using OAuth or via a `NetworkCredential` approach for on-premises SharePoint. - **Example using CSOM**: ``` csharp using ``` **Retrieve Data from SharePoint List**: - **Example using CSOM**: ``` csharp using ``` **Store Data into SharePoint List**: - **Example using CSOM**: ``` csharp using ```

Relevance to Digital Marketing

For digital marketing, you might use SharePoint lists to manage and track various marketing-related data such as:

Campaign Information: Store details about different marketing campaigns.

Lead Tracking: Keep track of leads generated through marketing efforts.

Content Management: Store marketing materials like images or documents.

Analytics: Track performance metrics or feedback related to marketing activities.

Conclusion

Integrating SharePoint with a WPF C# application allows you to efficiently manage marketing-related data, leveraging SharePoint's powerful data storage and collaboration features. Using CSOM or REST APIs, you can create robust solutions that integrate seamlessly with your marketing workflows.
Hui Liu-MSFT 48,506 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2024-08-09T13:33:10.5133333+00:00

Hi,@Lakshmanan B.Welcome to Microsoft Q&A. You could refer to the following link to see if it helps.

Building WPF Applications by Using the SharePoint 2010 Client Object Model
C# to retrieve list items from sharePoint online
How to add a new item in a sharepoint list using web services in C sharp

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Lakshmanan B 81 Reputation points

2024-08-12T11:21:47.8+00:00

Hello All,
Thanks for all your response. I have managed to crack the solution and now able to connect to the Share Point URL and get the title of the site. I am getting there and my next task is to get the available lists from the site and target one particular list and store/retrieve data.

The solution I used was from the following blog: https://www.c-sharpcorner.com/article/sharepoint-csom-for-net-standard/

Obviously, you would get some errors which you have to resolve one by one. There is a very good explanation in the Microsoft and all you have to do is enter the error code and description.

Some common errors you might expect: Invalid request, Invalid grant, Interaction required

Please, reply me here if you are stuck with any of the above errors and I can help you to fix!

Also, the links @Hui Liu-MSFT suggested are bit outdated (depreciated or will end support in few years) as Microsoft has improved their way of connecting to Share Point.
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Lakshmanan B 81 Reputation points

2024-08-12T11:22:35.5566667+00:00

Hello All, Thanks for all your response. I have managed to crack the solution and now able to connect to the Share Point URL and get the title of the site. I am getting there and my next task is to get the available lists from the site and target one particular list and store/retrieve data.

The solution I used was from the following blog: https://www.c-sharpcorner.com/article/sharepoint-csom-for-net-standard/

Obviously, you would get some errors which you have to resolve one by one. There is a very good explanation in the Microsoft and all you have to do is enter the error code and description.

Some common errors you might expect: Invalid request, Invalid grant, Interaction required

Please, reply me here if you are stuck with any of the above errors and I can help you to fix!

Also, the links @Hui Liu-MSFT suggested are bit outdated (depreciated or will end support in few years) as Microsoft has improved their way of connecting to Share Point.
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