Spring Framework is one of the most commonly used open-source frameworks for developing Java applications. In this section, we will explain the steps you need to take to install and start using Spring Framework.
In order for Spring Framework to work, you need to have JDK and Maven installed on your computer. If you don’t have JDK installed on your computer, you can download and install it from the Oracle JDK page. To install Maven, simply download the latest version from the Apache Maven website and install it.
- Using Spring Initializr
Spring Initializr is a web-based tool used to create Spring applications. With this tool, you can create a Spring project in just a few steps. You can access Spring Initializr from https://start.spring.io/.
After you have set the project settings, click the “Generate” button to download your project. Extract the downloaded zip file to a folder and use Maven to download the project files.
- Creating a Spring Boot Application
Spring Boot is a subset of Spring Framework that allows for the quick creation of Spring applications. Projects created with Spring Initializr already come as Spring Boot projects.
To run your application, open the project folder in the terminal and run the command “mvn spring-boot:run”. This will run your application.
- IDE Settings for Spring Framework
It is recommended to use an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) when working with Spring Framework. After downloading and installing Eclipse, one of the most popular IDEs, you can install the Spring Tools 4 plugin. This plugin provides all the necessary tools and features for Spring projects.
In conclusion, the core features and benefits of Spring Framework are essential for developing Java applications. The installation process for Spring Framework consists of simple steps and allows you to quickly create your application.