Welcome to the Spring Framework tutorial! Whether you're new to Java or looking to dive into modern application development, Spring provides a powerful ecosystem to build scalable and maintainable applications.
Key Steps to Begin
Install Java Development Kit (JDK)
Ensure you have JDK 8 or higher installed. Download here 📦Set Up Your IDE
Use IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, or VS Code. Explore our IDE guide for tips! 🛠️Create a Spring Project
Start with a Maven or Gradle project template. Check the project setup tutorial for details. 📁Write Your First Bean
Define a simple class annotated with@Component
or@Service
. View the code example to get started. 💡
Core Concepts to Explore
- Dependency Injection (DI): Spring manages object creation and dependencies.
- Spring Boot: Simplify configuration with auto-setup features.
- REST APIs: Build web services using Spring MVC or Spring WebFlux.
For a deeper dive, check out Spring's official documentation to learn about advanced features like AOP and transaction management. 📚
Happy coding! 🚀