# Spring Boot Repository

• This repo. will be used specifically for demo projects and other P.O.C implementations wherein we will use spring boot majorly.

# System Requirements

1. Java 8: You can download it from here: Java-8 Download Link

• After successful installation, execute "java -version" on your command prompt which should display the current version of java.

2. Integrated Development Environment for Java development:

• Download the latest Spring tool suite version according to your Operating system available from here: STS Download Link

3. Git: If you don't have git installed, Here's the link: Download Link for Git

• After successful installation, execute "git –version" on your command prompt to check the current installed version.

4. MySQL Installer: Download link for MySQL Installer

• Once you download it, you get to choose the tools/software's you require to download from the dashboard MySQL installer provides you.
• You should then select appropriate settings & get your MySQL Server as well as the MySQL Workbench via the installer.

# Tools & technology stack required for this projects is mentioned below :-

1. An External database was used namely: MySQL v5.6(any latest MySQL version will do)
2. JDK 1.8 and JRE 1.8 above required at minimal.
3. Spring tool suite(STS)/Eclipse IDE will be helpful for the project setup & development.
4. POSTMAN API client is used to invoke the REST API end-points that are created in this project.
5. MySQL workbench v6.3 & above will help you to view the database schema, tables, data & perform any other operations.
6. Spring boot framework is used primarily for all API development which brings Spring Data/JPA in picture as well.
7. Embedded Apache tomcat server is used which is special feature provided by Spring boot itself.
8. Using Embedded Server avoids the need of adding a server explicitly, wherein we all had to externally download it & add it earlier.

# Few Helpful Tips

1. In file: 'application.properties' the value for the property: spring.jpa.hibernate.ddl-auto = "create" for the first time
2. The above mentioned tip is just for the creation of tables in your database. Later you can change the value from "create" -> "update"
3. If the above mentioned property is not updated, it will result in creating new tables in database each time you start your server.
4. Also, view pom.xml for more detailed documentation & explanation regarding all used dependencies.
5. Use Postman API client for invoking the various end-points created in this project.

# Usage Modify the configuration settings to suit your preferences as per your needs & requirements.

# Contributing

• Pull requests are welcome.
• For major changes, please open an issue first to discuss what you would like to change.
• Also, Please ensure to update tests appropriately.

# LICENSE:
MIT LICENSE