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Building Real-World Java Applications with Spring and Beyond

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Building Real-World Java Applications with Spring and Beyond

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Learn to build dynamic Java applications with Spring Framework and Spring Boot

  • Master Spring’s dependency management and bean configuration techniques

  • Gain hands-on experience building REST APIs and integrating databases with Spring Data JPA

  • Understand advanced Spring concepts like bean scopes, lifecycle, and Jakarta EE integration

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September 2025

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Taught in English

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There are 10 modules in this course

In this module, we will introduce you to the Java Spring Framework, guiding you through the setup process and key concepts such as loose coupling, Spring Beans, and autowiring. You’ll also get hands-on experience by building a simple Java gaming app within the Spring framework.

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29 videos2 readings1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will dive into how Spring manages your Java objects with dependency injection. You will explore annotations like @Component and learn how to implement different forms of dependency injection in your applications, enhancing modularity and scalability.

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14 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will cover advanced Spring features like lazy and eager initialization of beans, and discuss the differences between prototype and singleton scopes. You will also explore how Spring manages bean lifecycle using @PostConstruct and @PreDestroy annotations, and compare annotation-based versus XML configuration methods.

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13 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will guide you through the process of setting up a Spring Boot project and creating a simple REST API. You’ll also learn about the core features of Spring Boot such as auto-configuration, embedded servers, and tools to improve development workflow.

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12 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will introduce you to JUnit and unit testing. You will write your first unit test, explore various assertion methods, and understand how annotations help structure and manage your tests in a more efficient manner.

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5 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, you will get familiar with Maven as a build automation tool. We’ll guide you through setting up a Spring Boot project with Maven, explain the structure of the pom.xml file, and dive into Maven’s build lifecycle and commonly used commands.

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9 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will introduce JPA and Hibernate, focusing on setting up Spring Boot projects with these technologies. You’ll learn how to persist data, work with Spring Data JPA, and explore key differences between JPA and Hibernate.

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12 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will guide you in creating a simple REST API with Spring Boot and Spring Data JPA, covering all essential CRUD operations. You’ll also learn how to use Docker to run MySQL and integrate it with your Spring Boot application.

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13 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will wrap up the course with a congratulatory message and a quick review of the skills and knowledge you’ve gained. Get ready to apply what you’ve learned to build real-world Java applications.

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1 video

In this module, we will help you troubleshoot common issues related to Eclipse and Java setup. You’ll learn how to configure Java JDK with Eclipse, work with the latest Java versions, and resolve setup issues with Eclipse 2021-03 and JDK 16.

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3 videos1 reading2 assignments

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