Joomla虚拟数据导入

Question

Recently I have started developing an extension for Joomla3 and I have a serious feeling that I'm missing something basic about the import feature. I do know that it's possible to import some dummy data by using .sql files, but this works mainly for the custom created tables specific only for this extension. But what if I want to insert some data in Joomla core tables like #__content, #__menu, $__modules ? That's still possible with using .sql files, but then I must be cautious not to overwrite something, not to create doubled entries, create relations with other tables and so on. That's quite complex process and prone to errors, in WordPress this feature is extremly simple and I think that Joomla also has such option, but I couldn't find it. I will be gratefull for any tips and tricks :)

Answer 1

Ok, it seems that I have found the solution thanks to the comment from Elin. It's necessary to use JTable class in PHP code to add articles programmatically, source: https://zunostudios.com/blog/development/204-using-the-joomla-api-to-add-articles-programmatically