Apache Maven Introduction

Welcome to "Apache Maven Introduction," a comprehensive course designed to equip participants with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to effectively use Apache Maven for Java project building. Apache Maven is a powerful project management tool that simplifies the process of building, managing, and understanding your projects. This course covers the theoretical basics, practical applications, and integration of Maven with popular development tools, providing a thorough understanding of its core functionalities and best practices.

In this course, participants will:

• Learn the purpose and benefits of using a project builder like Maven.
• Gain insights into the installation and setup of Maven.
• Understand the structure and lifecycle of a POM (Project Object Model) file.
• Explore the concept, usage, and creation of Maven archetypes.
• Integrate Maven with IDEs such as Eclipse and Hudson for a streamlined development workflow.

Key Topics
Purpose of Project Builder:
• Understand why project builders are essential in modern software development.
• Explore how Maven automates and simplifies the build process.
Maven Installation:
• A step-by-step guide to installing Maven on various operating systems.
• Setting up environment variables and verifying installation.
POM File Structure and Build Lifecycle:
• Detailed exploration of POM file elements.
• Understanding Maven's build lifecycle and phases.
Archetypes:
• Concept and usage of archetypes for creating project templates.
• Creating and customizing your own archetypes.

Upon completion of this course, participants will:
Understand Maven’s Role: Comprehend the purpose and advantages of using Maven in project building.
Master Installation and Configuration: Successfully install and configure Maven for their development environment.
Navigate POM File Structure: Understand and modify the POM file to manage project dependencies and plugins.
Utilize Archetypes: Effectively use and create Maven archetypes for project scaffolding.

Join us in this "Apache Maven Introduction" course to master the essentials of Maven and streamline your Java project development process. Whether you're a beginner looking to get started with Maven or an experienced developer seeking to enhance your skills, this course offers valuable insights and practical knowledge to elevate your project management capabilities.

After course completion, participants will understand:

1. The purpose of project builder
2. Maven installation
3. POM file structure and build lifecycle
4. Concept, usage, and creation of archetypes
5. Maven integration with IDE Eclipse and Hudson

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

1. Use Maven to build their products
2. Enable and configure plug-ins
3. Use profiles and properties
4. Work with Maven from the command line and via Eclipse

1. Purpose of project builder (30 min)

2. Maven installation (30 min)

3. Levels of configuration (30 min)

4. Maven folder structure (30 min)

5. Maven repositories (30 min)

6. POM file structure (30 min)

7. Dependency management (30 min)

8. Dependency scopes (15 min)

9. Resolving dependency conflicts (30 min)

10. Properties (15 min)

11. Super POM (15 min)

12. POM inheritance (15 min)

13. Multi-module Maven projects (15 min)

14. Maven project lifecycle (30 min)

15. Using profiles (15 min)