Gradle for java developers

🎓 Gradle for Java Developers: Master the Fundamentals of Gradle with Ease

Course Overview 🧐

Sample Reviews:

• "This was an exceptionally good course! I found what I needed in the first 45 minutes, and I watched the rest just to make sure I had full coverage. I feel like I am completely competent in Gradle, and I have already converted 3 of my projects to use Gradle, and it is all working surprisingly well. Good job!" -- Keith Swenson
• "Certainly very informative and the fundamentals are well explained with real-world examples. Especially multi module gradle concepts and custom plugins add because they are very much useful for an IT developer. Lecturer voice is clear and intense. Thank you very much." -- Sunil Kumar
• "I was waiting for Bharath's course on Gradle and when it came out, I purchased it instantly. I did not even hesitate once before buying it since I already know that this course will be as good as his other courses. My recent job at a company with a big project configured using Gradle was a real challenge for me, as I had trouble understanding the build. This course cleared all my doubts. His explanation is so simple, precise, short and to the point." -- Saurav

Who is this Course for? 👤

Are you a Java or Spring Boot developer who wants to master Gradle? Or perhaps you have a Maven background and want to quickly learn Gradle? This course is designed for developers at all levels looking to understand and use Gradle effectively in their projects.

Course Outline 🛠️

Understanding the Core Concepts:

• Introduction to Gradle: Learn what Gradle is, why it's a popular choice among Java developers, and how it can streamline your build processes.
• Creating a Standalone Java Project: Follow step-by-step instructions to set up a Java project using Gradle command line.
• Gradle vs Maven: Compare the settings.gradle with pom.xml in Maven and understand the similarities and differences.
• Groovy Basics: Get a quick introduction to Groovy, as understanding it is crucial for reading and writing Gradle build scripts.
• Anatomy of a Gradle Build File: Discover the structure and components of a build.gradle file.
• Building a Java Web Application: Learn how to create a Java Web Application using Gradle, including setting up War and Gretty plugins for running your application.
• Creating Custom Gradle Tasks: Understand how to extend the functionality of Gradle with custom tasks tailored to your project's needs.
• Multi Module Projects: Dive into creating multi module projects in Gradle, learn how to manage dependencies and common logic across modules.
• Unit Testing with JUnit and Mockito: Write and run unit tests to ensure your code is functioning as expected.
• Code Coverage with Jacoco: Configure the Jacoco plugin to generate coverage reports for your Java code.
• Static Code Analysis with SonarQube: Learn how to use SonarQube to analyze your code's quality and fix issues before they become problems.
• Migrating Maven Projects to Gradle: If you have existing Spring Boot projects using Maven, this course will guide you through the migration process.
• Creating Custom Gradle Plugins: Gain the skills to create your own reusable Gradle plugins for your projects or to share with the community.

Prerequisites 📚

To fully benefit from this course, you should have:

• Basic knowledge of Gradle and its installation (we'll cover the installation of Spring Tool Suite as well)
• A fundamental understanding of Java and Java Web Development

What You'll Gain 🚀

By completing this course, you will:

• Apply Your Knowledge: Understand how to build a project using Gradle, from setting up the environment to running a Java web application.
• Hands-On Mastery: Master all important concepts of Gradle by working on real examples and exercises throughout the course.
• Spring Boot Expertise: Learn how to create and build Spring Boot Projects using Gradle, making you proficient in both technologies.

Enroll now and take the first step towards becoming a Gradle guru! 🧠✨