Apache Maven Beginner to Guru - Maven and Source Control

The video tutorial discusses the importance of source control, focusing on using GitHub and IntelliJ. It highlights common mistakes, such as checking in unnecessary directories like the target directory, and emphasizes the need for a comprehensive .gitignore file. The tutorial provides best practices for managing files in source control, ensuring only essential files are included.

What are some common mistakes beginners make with Maven and source control?

What specific files does the speaker mention should not be included in source control?

How does the speaker feel about the comprehensiveness of their gitignore file?