Gradle for java developers

Master Gradle for Java & Spring Boot Development

Unlock the power of Gradle, one of the most popular build automation tools in the Java world! This comprehensive course is designed for Java developers and Spring Boot developers looking to master Gradle and streamline their development workflow. Whether you're coming from a Maven background or are new to build tools, this course provides a clear and concise path to proficiency.

Who is this course for?

• Java Developers: Looking to adopt a modern build system.
• Spring Boot Developers: Wanting to migrate or build new projects with Gradle.
• Maven Users: Seeking a quick and efficient transition to Gradle.
• IT Developers: Needing to understand and manage complex project configurations.

What you'll learn:

• Gradle Fundamentals: Understand what Gradle is and why it's so widely adopted.
• Gradle vs. Maven: Compare and contrast settings.gradle with Maven's pom.xml.
• Gradle Build Scripts: Quickly learn Groovy to effectively write and understand Gradle build scripts.
• Gradle Project Structure: Understand the anatomy of a Gradle build file.
• Java Web Application Development: Create a Java Web Application using Gradle, leveraging War and Gretty plugins.
• Custom Tasks: Learn to create Custom Gradle tasks for tailored build processes.
• Multi-Module Projects: Build and manage complex Multi-Module Projects with dependency management.
• Dependency Management: Learn how to add and manage dependencies between modules.
• Testing & Coverage: Write and run unit tests using JUnit and Mockito, and generate Test Coverage reports using the JACOCO code coverage plugin.
• Static Code Analysis: Configure the SonarQube plugin for static code analysis.
• Spring Boot Integration: Create and build Spring Boot Projects using Gradle.
• Migration from Maven: Migrate existing Spring Boot Maven projects to Gradle.
• Gradle Plugins: Learn to create Custom Gradle Plugins.

Course Highlights:

• Hands-on Learning: Master Gradle through practical, real-world examples.
• Clear Explanations: Benefit from a lecturer's clear, concise, and precise teaching style.
• Project-Based Approach: Build various Java projects to solidify your understanding.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Explore all core Gradle concepts in detail.

What you'll get:

• The ability to apply your understanding of Gradle to build projects.
• Proficiency in creating and building Java web applications with Gradle.
• Mastery of all important Gradle concepts through hands-on experience.
• Skills to create and build Spring Boot Projects using Gradle.

Requirements:

• Gradle installed (installation instructions provided).
• Spring Tool Suite (installation covered in the course).
• Basic understanding of Java and Java Web Development.

This course empowers you to become a proficient Gradle developer, boosting your productivity and enabling you to build robust and scalable Java applications.