Maven Tutorial

Maven is a project management and build automation tool, Used by Java developers. It utilizes a Project Object Model (POM) to centralize and efficiently manage a project's build process, reporting and documentation. Unlike other tools like ANT, Maven offers more advanced features, making it an important tool for streamlining project management, dependency handling and documentation.

1. Maven Basics

This section covers the foundation of Apache Maven, including its purpose, features and lifecycle. It explains how Maven simplifies builds, dependency management and project structure.

• Introduction
• Apache Maven
• Features of Maven
• Build Lifecycle
• Build Phases and Basic Commands

2. Maven Installation

This section guides you through installing Apache Maven on different platforms. It also includes environment setup and Java version configuration for smooth execution.

• Install Apache Maven on Windows
• Maven Environment Setup
• Setting the Java Version in Maven

3. Maven Project Setup

Here we’ll learn how to create and manage Maven projects in IDEs like IntelliJ and Eclipse. It also covers building projects, creating executable JARs and handling multi-module projects.

• Maven Project in IntelliJ IDEA
• Maven Project in Eclipse IDE
• Building a Java Project
• Create an Executable JAR
• Multi-Module Project

4. Maven POM (Project Object Model)

This section introduces the POM file, which is the heart of a Maven project. It explains POM types, properties and how they control project structure and build behavior.

• Maven POM
• Super vs Simplest and Effective POM
• Maven Properties

5. Managing Dependencies with Maven

Dependencies are essential for project builds and this section explains how Maven manages them. We’ll learn about scopes, external dependencies, exclusions and optional dependencies.

• Searches Dependencies for a Project
• Maven Dependency Scopes
• External Dependencies
• Optional Dependency
• Exclude a Dependency

6. Maven Plugins

Plugins extend Maven’s functionality by adding specific goals to the build process. This section focuses on commonly used plugins like Compiler and Surefire for compiling and testing.

• Plugins
• Compiler Plugin
• Surefire Plugin

7. Maven Commands and Options

This section introduces useful Maven commands and options to run, test and package projects. It also covers Maven Wrapper, skipping tests and differences between testing commands.

• Commands and Options
• Maven Wrapper
• Skipping Tests
• “mvn verify” vs. “mvn test”
• Running a Single Test or Method

8. Maven and JUnit

JUnit testing integrates smoothly with Maven. This section explores setting up JUnit tests, handling issues like missing test detection and using tools like EasyMock.

• Maven and JUnit
• Maven Doesn’t Find JUnit Tests to Run
• Test a Maven Project using EasyMock

9. Using Maven with Other Tools and Libraries

Maven can integrate with external tools and libraries for extended functionality. This section covers using AsciiDoctor, Log4j2 and even generating PowerPoint presentations.

• MS PowerPoint Presentation
• AsciiDoctor with Maven Project
• What is log4j2 and Configure log4j2 in Maven Project

10. Maven Profiles

Maven Profiles allow customization of builds for different environments. This section explains configuring profiles in Spring Boot and handling conditional dependencies.

• Configuring Spring Boot Applications
• Configure Active Profile in Spring Boot via Maven
• Conditional Dependency Management

11. Maven Repository Management

Maven uses repositories to store and retrieve project dependencies. This section introduces local, central and remote repositories, artifacts and cache management.

• Maven Repositories
• Maven Local Repository
• Maven Central Repository
• Maven Remote Repository
• Apache Maven Artifact
• Clearing the Maven Cache