Apache Maven Beginner to Guru - Configuring Maven Supply chain management (SCM)

The video tutorial covers the use of the Maven release plugin with SCM, focusing on source control management. It explains the capabilities of the SCM plugin, its configuration in the POM file, and the importance of developer connections. The tutorial also discusses GitHub authentication methods, including HTTP and SSH, and provides guidance on setting up server credentials for seamless integration.

What is the primary role of the Maven SCM plugin?

• To deploy applications to servers

• To manage software dependencies

• To compile Java code

• To interact with version control systems

Which version control system is emphasized in the tutorial for use with the Maven SCM plugin?

• VSS

• CVS

• Microsoft TFS

• Git

In the SCM plugin configuration, what does the 'developer connection' URL define?

• The read URL

• The write URL

• The SCM provider tag

• The public repository URL

What is the recommended method for GitHub authentication according to the tutorial?

• Using SCP

• Using FTP

• Using HTTP

• Using Telnet

What property needs to be set in the Maven POM for GitHub authentication?

• Project.scm.id

• Project.maven.key

• Project.release.id

• Project.github.token

Which operating systems primarily support SSH key exchange for GitHub authentication?

• Windows and Linux

• OSX and Linux

• Windows and OSX

• Linux and Solaris

What is a requirement for using SSH on Windows according to the tutorial?

• A special SSH client

• A Windows registry edit

• A Linux emulator

• A bash environment