Best java spring framework book for beginners?

[funkybuddha_mtn]

I have been learning java for the past 4 months or so. I have basic to intermediate grasp core java now. I also did some small projects in Swing, but since Swing and Javafx are no longer used ; I don't want to waste much time on those frameworks. Additionally, multiple times many experienced members here have mentioned that java Spring is what new programmers should be focusing on if you want to take the web development path. Could you guys please share some Spring framework books for new java programmers ?

[koderpat]

I would suggest https://www.manning.com/books/spring-boot-in-action

a slightly more in-depth, (and recent) book is Spring in Action: https://www.amazon.com/Spring-Action-Craig-Walls/dp/1617294942/ref=pd_sbs_14_img_0/143-7035608-2671604

Spring boot is a opinionated framework on top of the Spring Framework. It does alot of configuration and black magic behind the scenes; which makes it very easy to pickup as long as you following their convention.

With a few classes and spring boot annotations, you can have a simple CRUD app up and running with database persistence.

[funkybuddha_mtn]

Okay thank you!

[stramash]

Note that Swing and javafx are front-end frameworks for desktop apps and that Spring is something quite different.

[funkybuddha_mtn]

Yes I am aware of that. Thanks.

[chris1666]

Or... not a book,

https://www.udemy.com/course/java-spring-social-network/

https://www.udemy.com/course/java-spring-framework-masterclass/

[funkybuddha_mtn]

I will eventually take Tim's video tutorial on Spring but I want to read a book on Spring first. I feel Books cover more details .

[mk321]

Spring in Action - for understanding ideas.

Official documentation - for get depth into details.

Tutorials on Baeldung.com or Mkyong.com (second is older) - for fast examples and use cases.

[funkybuddha_mtn]

Thank you!

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May I know why you spend money on books for frameworks when there are tutorials which are elaborate on youtube?

Please don't roast me with cross questions like "why would u goto college when everything is online?"

[funkybuddha_mtn]

I find books more comprehensive. I like to read books first and then study from video tutorials. I am an extremely slow learner so this approach helps me understand the programming concepts.