REST API Automation Testing from Scratch - REST Assured Java - Creating a Maven Project and Importing into Eclipse

The video tutorial covers setting up a Maven project in Eclipse, detailing the integration of the Maven plugin, managing dependencies through the POM XML file, and understanding the project structure. It explains how to import existing Maven projects and configure Eclipse to recognize Maven repositories and jar files. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of the POM XML file in managing project dependencies and outlines the steps to ensure Eclipse is properly configured for Maven projects.

What is the purpose of the Maven plugin in Eclipse?

How can you check if Maven is installed in your Eclipse?

What is the significance of the M2 folder in Maven?

What should you do if the path for the Maven repository is not set in Eclipse?

What steps should you follow to import an existing Maven project into Eclipse?

What is the difference between group ID and artifact ID in Maven?

Explain the role of the pom.xml file in a Maven project.

Describe how Maven handles dependencies for a project.

How does Maven ensure that the necessary jars are downloaded for a project?

Why is it important to update the pom.xml file with dependencies?