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Guide to Mapping Database Tables into JPA Entities

Guide to Mapping Database Tables into JPA Entities

The Java Persistence API (JPA) simplifies the interaction between Java applications and relational databases by providing an object-relational mapping mechanism. When converting a database table into a JPA entity, it’s crucial to follow best practices to ensure seamless integration. In this article, we’ll explore the most efficient steps to transform a database table into a Continue Reading »

Spring Data JPA

  Spring Data JPA is not a JPA provider but is a specification. It is a library / framework that adds an extra layer of abstraction on the top of our JPA provider. It simply “hides” the Java Persistence API (and the JPA provider) behind its repository abstraction. JPA is the sun specification for persisting Continue Reading »