Dive into the world of modern Java application development with this comprehensive course on testing and building REST APIs using Spring Boot. Learn to master JUnit and Mockito to create robust, reliable, and maintainable unit tests. Gain practical insights into setting up and optimizing build tools like Maven and Gradle, and discover how these tools enhance project management and dependency handling.
Testing and Advanced REST with Spring Boot
Testing and Advanced REST with Spring Boot
This course is part of Learn Spring Boot in 100 Steps - Beginner to Expert Specialization
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8 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Write robust unit and integration tests with JUnit and Mockito for Java applications.
Set up and optimize Maven and Gradle for efficient Spring Boot project management.
Develop REST APIs using Spring Boot, adhering to best practices for reliability and scalability.
Implement advanced testing techniques with Mock MVC and configure Spring Security for APIs.
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There are 5 modules in this course
In this module, we will introduce you to JUnit, a widely used testing framework for Java applications. You'll learn step-by-step how to create and run your first JUnit project, write your first unit test, and explore essential annotations and assert methods to enhance your testing process.
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5 videos2 readings1 assignment
In this module, we will dive into Mockito, a powerful mocking framework for Java. You’ll set up a Spring Boot project, learn how to address challenges with stubs, and write your first Mockito tests using annotations like @Mock and @InjectMocks. By the end, you'll have a solid understanding of how Mockito simplifies unit testing.
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6 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will delve into Maven, a critical tool for Java developers. You'll learn to create and manage Spring Boot projects with Maven, explore the POM file structure, and understand the build lifecycle. By the end, you'll be equipped to use Maven effectively in your projects.
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9 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will introduce Gradle, a modern build tool gaining popularity among Java developers. You'll learn to create Spring Boot projects, configure Gradle build and settings files, and explore Gradle plugins. We’ll also compare Maven and Gradle to help you make informed decisions.
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5 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will take a deep dive into Spring Boot development, focusing on building a comprehensive REST API for a survey questionnaire. You'll create and manage resources, implement CRUD operations, and explore advanced topics like Spring Boot Data JPA, integration testing, and securing your API with Spring Security.
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