Spring Framework for Java Development

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Instructor: Ramanujam Srinivasan

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

34 reviews

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Build job-ready skills in the Spring Framework and master the Spring ecosystem and its advanced architectural components in just 4 weeks.
Build RESTful APIs using Spring Boot for scalable applications
Develop Java applications with robust security measures using Spring Security
Gain hands-on experience through labs on Rest APIs, Web forms, authentication, authorization, and role-based access control.

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Taught in English

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Over 60% of Java developers use the Spring Framework to build enterprise-level applications. With its powerful features and extensive ecosystem, Spring is a vital tool in Java development. This course explores the Spring Framework and its core components, and guides you through setting up your development environment using Spring Initializr.

During this course, you’ll learn how to develop robust applications using Spring Boot, master RESTful APIs, and build dynamic web applications with Spring MVC. You’ll discover how to configure controllers, utilize annotations, and efficiently build REST APIs. You’ll explore Spring MVC to create interactive web applications with Thymeleaf templates and seamlessly handle forms. You’ll learn how to secure your applications using Spring Security. This course emphasizes practical experience with numerous hands-on labs throughout the course on various topics including Rest APIs, Web forms, authentication, authorization, and role-based access control. Plus, you’ll complete a final project where you’ll create a secure online quiz application. If you’re looking to develop the skills to build powerful and secure Java applications using the Spring Framework, enroll today and power-up resume with skills employers need!

This module introduces learners to the Spring Framework, a comprehensive programming and configuration model for modern Java-based enterprise applications. Through a series of engaging videos, practical labs, and quizzes, learners will explore the core components and ecosystem of Spring, understand its terminologies, and learn how to set up their development environment effectively. By the end of this module, learners will have a solid foundation in creating and managing Spring projects using tools and practices.

What's included

8 videos2 readings3 assignments3 app items3 plugins

8 videos Total 49 minutes

Course Introduction 3 minutes
Overview of Spring Framework and Its Ecosystem 8 minutes
Exploring Essential Spring Concepts 7 minutes
Exploring IntelliJ Features 8 minutes
Learning Spring Annotations 6 minutes
Using Maven with Spring 7 minutes
Defining Spring Projects 6 minutes
Demo: Using Spring Initializr 4 minutes

2 readings Total 8 minutes

Course Overview 4 minutes
Summary and Highlights: Introduction to Spring Framework 4 minutes

3 assignments Total 50 minutes

Graded Quiz: Introduction to Spring Framework 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Exploring Spring Framework 10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Spring Framework Fundamentals 10 minutes

3 app items Total 45 minutes

Lab: Configure and Setup IntelliJ IDE for Spring 15 minutes
Create your first Spring Project 20 minutes
Coding Cheatsheet: Introduction to Spring Framework 10 minutes

3 plugins Total 19 minutes

How to Make the Most of This Course 5 minutes
Reading: How IntelliJ supports the Spring Framework 4 minutes
Lab: Installing IntelliJ 10 minutes

This module provides a comprehensive introduction to Spring Boot and its application in building REST APIs. It is designed for learners who want to understand the fundamentals of Spring Boot and how it simplifies the process of creating stand-alone, production-grade Spring-based applications. Additionally, the module covers the essential aspects of building and interacting with REST APIs using Spring Boot, equipping learners with practical skills to develop dynamic web applications.

What's included

8 videos1 reading3 assignments5 app items4 plugins

8 videos Total 55 minutes

Introduction to Spring Boot 8 minutes
Understanding Spring Boot Structure 7 minutes
Creating a Spring Boot Application 7 minutes
Managing a Spring Boot Application 8 minutes
Creating REST APIs using Spring Boot 6 minutes
Using Annotations, Controllers and Properties 7 minutes
Explaining REST API Versioning 6 minutes
Sending and Receiving Data Using REST API Parameters 6 minutes

1 reading Total 3 minutes

Summary and Highlights: Deep Dive into Spring Boot 3 minutes

3 assignments Total 50 minutes

Graded Quiz: Deep Dive into Spring Boot 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Spring Boot and its Working 10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Building REST API with Spring Boot 10 minutes

5 app items Total 135 minutes

Lab: Generating a Spring Boot Project Using Spring Initializr 20 minutes
Lab: Create a Spring Boot project 20 minutes
Lab: Create your first REST API with Spring Boot 40 minutes
Lab: Add interactivity to REST API 40 minutes
Coding Cheatsheet: Deep Dive into Spring Boot 15 minutes

4 plugins Total 16 minutes

Reading: Using Spring Initializr for Spring Boot 4 minutes
Reading: Embedded Servers in Spring 4 minutes
Reading: Java Streams in Spring Operations 4 minutes
Reading: Understanding REST API status codes 4 minutes

This module provides a comprehensive introduction to building web applications using Spring MVC and securing them with Spring Security. Participants will learn how to set up a Spring MVC project, integrate templates, manipulate forms, and secure applications through authentication and authorization. Through hands-on labs, quizzes, and readings, learners will gain practical experience in developing interactive web applications and implementing essential security measures.

What's included

7 videos1 reading3 assignments5 app items2 plugins

7 videos Total 49 minutes

Introduction to Spring MVC 7 minutes
Getting started with Spring MVC Using Spring Boot 8 minutes
Templating using Thymeleaf 6 minutes
Form Manipulation using Spring MVC 7 minutes
Overview of Spring Security 8 minutes
Authentication and Authorization in Spring 6 minutes
Form-based Security Using Spring Security 7 minutes

1 reading Total 3 minutes

Summary and Highlights: Understanding Spring MVC and Security 3 minutes

3 assignments Total 50 minutes

Graded Quiz: Understanding Spring MVC and Security 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Getting started with Spring MVC 10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Secure applications with Spring Security 10 minutes

5 app items Total 100 minutes

Lab: Creating a Spring MVC project 20 minutes
Lab: Develop an Interactive Spring MVC form 30 minutes
Lab: Secure an Endpoint with Spring Security 20 minutes
Lab: Creating a login form 20 minutes
Coding Cheatsheet: Understanding Spring MVC and Security 10 minutes

2 plugins Total 8 minutes

Reading: Handling File upload with Spring MVC and Spring Boot 3 minutes
Reading: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) 5 minutes

By completing this project, learners will gain hands-on experience in simulating an online quiz platform where users can securely take quizzes. It demonstrates how to effectively use REST APIs and security in web applications while managing data in-memory.