Java Programming for Complete Beginners - Java 16 - Step 10 - Exploring Spring Boot DevTools

The video tutorial introduces Spring Boot Dev Tools, highlighting its ability to enhance developer productivity by eliminating the need to restart the server for every code change. It explains how to set up Dev Tools, emphasizing that it should not be used in production. The tutorial demonstrates the automatic server restart feature, which allows changes in Java files to be picked up without manual intervention. However, it notes that changes in pom.xml require a server restart. The video concludes by summarizing the benefits of using Dev Tools.

What should you do if you change the pom.xml file?

How does Spring Boot Dev Tools increase developer productivity?