If I have a need to extend some of the DNN core classes in a manner that these extended  properties can be efficiently referenced by a suite of custom modules, what is the best or recommended method to accomplish this?  

More specifically I would like to add some custom portal-level properties (PortalInfo / PortalSettings) as well as add some custom Tab properties (TabInfo). In searching the forums for how to extend the core, I only find references to “creating modules” or “custom providers”.  I understand the need to avoid modifying the core, but if this is the only method to accomplish this, what would be the recommended method to make it easy to apply my needed customizations to future DNN releases.  

Any recommendations are greatly appreciated.

Les

Hi Mitchel,

Many thanks,

Les

Les,

You definately want to stay away from modifying the core. (been there, done that..)  I would recommend that you create your own "settings" tables and then create an admin module (or 2) to enter your settings.  That way you are in complete control and don't have to worry so much about upgrades to DNN messing you up. (Which they will & would)