Best way to load models in CakePHP 2.0

Question

I\'m not sure of the best way to load models in CakePHP 2.0 now.

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Question 1

I have a model where more than one database field is relat

Answer 1

The preferred way is

$this->load('MyModel');

However, you can also use

public $uses = array('DefaultModel', 'MyModel');
.
.
$this->MyModel->field(...);

Cake supports both and you are free to use anyone you like.