Spring Framework Master Class - Java Spring the Modern Way - Step 3-Maven Build Life Cycle

The video tutorial explains the concept of the build lifecycle in Maven, detailing the steps involved in creating a JAR file for a Java project. It covers the stages of the Maven lifecycle, including validation, compilation, testing, packaging, and installation. The tutorial also demonstrates how to execute these stages using the 'MVN clean install' command in both terminal and Eclipse. Additionally, it highlights Maven's approach of 'convention over configuration' to standardize project structures and processes.

What are the initial steps involved in creating a jar for a specific project using Maven?

Explain the importance of running tests before building a project in Maven.

Describe the stages of the Maven lifecycle from validation to deployment.

What happens during the 'install' stage of the Maven lifecycle?

What command is used to execute the Maven lifecycle, and what does it do?

How does Maven standardize project structures across different projects?

What is meant by 'Convention over Configuration' in the context of Maven?