Learn Java from Scratch - A Beginner's Guide - Step 10 - Exploring Spring Boot DevTools

The video tutorial introduces Spring Boot Devtools, highlighting its role in enhancing developer productivity by eliminating the need to restart the server for every code change. It explains how to set up Devtools by adding the necessary dependency and configuring it for runtime scope. The tutorial demonstrates the automatic server restart feature, which allows changes in Java files to be picked up without manual intervention. However, it warns that changes in POM.xml require a server restart. The video concludes by summarizing the benefits of using Devtools and providing tips for effective usage.

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

How does Spring Boot Devtools increase developer productivity?