Spring Framework Master Class - Java Spring the Modern Way - Step 22 - Defining Spring ApplicationContext using XML - Pa

The video tutorial explains the process of using XML for configuring Spring applications. It covers defining XML beans, creating an XML application context, and loading beans using this context. The tutorial highlights the challenges of XML configuration, such as maintaining large XML files and manually defining dependencies. It contrasts this with the ease of using Java annotations for configuration. The video concludes with a practical exercise to reinforce learning.

Describe the process of loading an application context using XML.

What is the purpose of using an XML application context in a Spring application?

What challenges are associated with maintaining XML configuration files in Spring?

What steps would you take to create a new bean in an XML context?

How does the use of annotations improve the configuration process compared to XML?