Master Java Web Services and REST API with Spring Boot- Step 2: Developing Spring Applications before Spring Boot

The video tutorial explains the complexities of setting up a web project before Spring Boot, highlighting the need to manually configure frameworks, dependencies, and versions. It discusses the challenges of handling exceptions, configuring views, and setting up internationalization. The tutorial then introduces Spring Boot, emphasizing its ability to automate these tasks, allowing developers to focus on business logic. The use of Spring Boot starters simplifies project setup, replacing extensive configurations with minimal effort.

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