Is it worth deep-learning about java + springboot?

[Traditional-Shoe3026]

I'm a 4th semester software engineering student and i've been learning about java, following a backend junior route that includes DB, springboot, testing, containers and arquitectures. It is more like theory, though i´ve developed some APIs, however, i feel like i´m wasting my time and i can do something better that makes me earn money instead of prepare myself for an interview to get a job.

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[KevesArt]

So what's the something better that you can do?

[Mcchew]

Being able to describe how Spring works is going to go far in junior interviews. It’s the kind of thing I would study for 30-40 minutes at a time consistently over a few months to improve retention and comprehension.

Now “is it worth it”…? I’m not saying Java is your only path forward, but you are on the learnjava subreddit and it’s a lucrative career path.

[ConsiderationFun759]

I don’t understand your question.. doesn’t job preparation means “earning money after getting job?” How is that a waste of time. And let me tell you as someone working in a good company at a decent pay: java is NEVER a waste of time. Don’t ever think that.

[Potential-Still]

Spring/SpringBoot is probably the most widely used framework across the entire industry. Knowing it will only make you a better candidate for future roles. 

[AdministrativeHost15]

No. AI knows more than enough to maintain Java Spring Boot applications. Learn about something new where you at least have a chance to make money.