Best of Spring Framework — February 2025

1. 1
   Article

   Javarevisited·1y

   From Java Basics to Full Stack Development: A Simplified Roadmap for Beginners in 2025

   This roadmap provides a comprehensive guide for beginners to become full stack Java developers by 2025. It covers foundational Java concepts, mastering back-end development with Spring Framework, understanding RESTful APIs, microservices, and Spring Cloud. It also includes front-end development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and JavaScript frameworks like React. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of learning databases, ORM frameworks, build tools, version control, deployment processes, and continuous learning.

   140
2. 2
   Article

   Javarevisited·1y

   6 Must Read Spring Framework Books (includes Spring Boot and Spring Security) in 2025

   The post recommends six key books for learning the Spring framework, including Spring Boot and Spring Security, suitable for beginners to advanced Java developers. It highlights essentials like 'Spring in Action' by Craig Walls and covers topics such as dependency injection, MVC architecture, batch processing, and security practices. Each book has been updated for the latest Spring versions, providing comprehensive guides to mastering various components of the Spring ecosystem.

   127

   8
3. 3
   Article

   Javarevisited·1y

   Top 22 Spring Boot Interview Questions and Answers for 2 to 5 Years Experienced Developers

   This post provides a comprehensive list of the top 22 Spring Boot interview questions and answers, targeting Java developers with 2 to 5 years of experience. It covers essential Spring Boot features such as auto-configuration, starter dependencies, Spring Boot CLI, and Actuator. The article aims to equip developers with the knowledge needed to tackle Spring Boot-related questions in job interviews.

   39
4. 4
   Article

   Javarevisited·1y

   Spring Transaction Propagation Guide

   Spring transaction propagation controls how transactions flow between service methods using the @Transactional annotation. Key propagation types include REQUIRED, REQUIRES_NEW, and NESTED. Each type serves different use cases: REQUIRED for default, all-or-nothing processes; REQUIRES_NEW for independent actions like logging; and NESTED for partial rollbacks. The guide also discusses transaction isolation levels, best practices, and common pitfalls.

   35
5. 5
   Article

   Javarevisited·1y

   Why Become a Certified Spring Professional/Developer in 2025?

   Becoming a Certified Spring Developer in 2025 can significantly enhance your career prospects by unlocking higher salaries, ensuring growth, and differentiating you from other Java developers. The certification process helps you master core Spring concepts, including Spring Boot, Security, and Cloud, while providing hands-on experience with real-world projects. As demand for skilled Spring developers continues to grow, a certification validates your expertise and makes you a strong candidate for top companies. Recommended resources for preparing include books, practice tests, official documentation, and courses on platforms like Udemy and Baeldung.

   29
6. 6
   Article

   Vaadin·1y

   Advanced RAG techniques with Spring AI

   Spring AI offers advanced features for Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) to enhance LLM responses with domain-specific knowledge. These features include document loading using TikaDocumentReader, advanced query processing with MultiQueryExpander and CompressionQueryTransformer, and custom document processing via RetrievalAugmentationAdvisor. Error handling and safety measures, like SafeguardAdvisor, can be implemented to ensure robust, production-ready applications.

   22
7. 7
   Article

   Spring·1y

   This Week in Spring - February 4th, 2025

   Broadcom and its partners utilize technologies like cookies to analyze site usage, enhance user experiences, and support advertising efforts. Continued site usage implies consent to this practice, as outlined in their Cookie Notice.

   10

   1