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There are 4 modules in this course
This Spring Boot course teaches you how to build secure backend applications using Java Spring Boot, Spring Security, JWT authentication, and Spring Data JPA. You will design REST APIs, manage database operations with Hibernate, and implement authentication systems used by professional Spring Boot developers.In this course, you will create a complete REST API application while learning the tools and techniques used by professional Spring Boot developers.
To begin with, you will learn the basics of Spring Boot, including how a Spring Boot project works, how auto-configuration simplifies development, and how to manage dependencies using starter packages. You will also understand the Spring Boot project structure and learn how to configure applications using application.yml.
Next, you will learn how to connect your application to a database using Spring Data JPA and Hibernate. You will create entities, manage relationships, and build repositories to perform database operations easily.
The course then focuses on building REST APIs using Spring MVC. You will create controllers, implement service layers, handle exceptions, and design APIs that follow real industry practices used in Spring Boot development.
After that, you will learn how to secure applications using Spring Security. You will implement authentication, role-based authorization, and protect APIs using JWT authentication in Spring Boot.
In the final part of the course, you will combine all the layers of the application and finalize a complete backend project. You will test APIs, improve code quality, and prepare the application for real-world use.
By the end of this Java Spring Boot course, you will be able to build secure REST APIs and develop a complete backend application like a professional Spring Boot developer.
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This module introduces Spring Boot as the foundation for modern Spring applications, explaining how auto-configuration, starter dependencies, and convention-over-configuration accelerate development. Learners configure applications using YAML, bind configuration to Java classes, and integrate databases using JPA and Hibernate to establish a robust persistence layer.
Creating Repositories with Spring Data JPA•9 minutes
5 readings•Total 65 minutes
Syllabus•10 minutes
Glossary•10 minutes
Read More About Spring Boot Fundamentals: Configuration, Starters, and Auto-Configuration•15 minutes
Read More About Managing Configuration in Spring Boot Applications•15 minutes
Read more about Data Access and Persistence with Spring Boot & JPA•15 minutes
4 assignments•Total 105 minutes
Spring Boot Basics•15 minutes
Application Configuration•15 minutes
Connecting to Databases•15 minutes
Spring Boot Foundations•60 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 5 minutes
Challenge: Design Your First Spring Boot App•5 minutes
2 plugins•Total 10 minutes
Spring Boot Essentials Lab•5 minutes
Quick Course Check-In•5 minutes
Building Full REST APIs with Spring Boot
Module 2•4 hours to complete
Module details
This module focuses on designing and implementing complete REST APIs using Spring Boot’s service and controller layers. Learners structure business logic, handle exceptions effectively, implement pagination and sorting, and apply practical API design patterns to build scalable and maintainable services.
What's included
9 videos3 readings4 assignments
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9 videos•Total 64 minutes
Creating Service Contracts•10 minutes
Implementing Business Logic•6 minutes
Handling Exceptions at Service Layer•10 minutes
Mapping Endpoints in Spring Boot•8 minutes
Handling Pagination & Sorting•8 minutes
Response Formatting & API Standards•4 minutes
DTO Mapping Using ModelMapper or Manual•9 minutes
Handling Nested Objects in Requests•6 minutes
Practical API Design Patterns•4 minutes
3 readings•Total 45 minutes
Read more about Service Layer Design and Error Handling in Spring Boot•15 minutes
Read more about Spring Boot REST APIs and Pagination•15 minutes
Read more about DTO Patterns, Object Mapping, and REST API Design•15 minutes
4 assignments•Total 105 minutes
Service Layer Development•15 minutes
Controller Layer Development•15 minutes
Advanced API Features•15 minutes
Building Full REST APIs with Spring Boot•60 minutes
Spring Security & JWT
Module 3•4 hours to complete
Module details
This module introduces Spring Security concepts and demonstrates how to secure applications using authentication and authorization mechanisms. Learners configure security filters, protect endpoints using role-based rules, and implement JWT-based authentication to secure stateless REST APIs.
Method-Level Security with @PreAuthorize•6 minutes
Generating JWT Tokens•7 minutes
Validating Tokens in Filters•7 minutes
Securing Endpoints with JWT•7 minutes
3 readings•Total 45 minutes
Read more about Spring Security Architecture, Authentication, and Authorization•15 minutes
Read more about URL-Based and Method-Level Authorization in Spring Security•15 minutes
Read more about Modern Spring Security Authorization with SecurityFilterChain•15 minutes
4 assignments•Total 105 minutes
Spring Security Core•15 minutes
Securing Endpoints•15 minutes
JWT-Based Authentication•15 minutes
Spring Security & JWT•60 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 5 minutes
How Would You Secure Your API Endpoints?•5 minutes
1 plugin•Total 5 minutes
Spring Security Lab•5 minutes
Final Application Build
Module 4•4 hours to complete
Module details
This module focuses on integrating all application layers into a cohesive, production-ready Spring Boot project. Learners enhance application design, enforce validation and security together, improve code quality through refactoring, and test endpoints to ensure readiness for real-world use.
What's included
9 videos4 readings4 assignments
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9 videos•Total 50 minutes
MVC + Service + Repository Integration•5 minutes
Adding Validation + Security Together•9 minutes
Creating Full Request Lifecycle•7 minutes
Improving Entity Design & Relationships•5 minutes
Adding Additional Business Rules•5 minutes
Logging, Debugging & Clean Code•4 minutes
Testing API Endpoints Locally•6 minutes
Code Cleanup & Refactoring•5 minutes
Preparing Project for Real-World Use•5 minutes
4 readings•Total 60 minutes
Read more about JWT Authentication in Spring Boot: Concepts, Flow, and Token Handling•15 minutes
Read more about Refining JPA Entity Design, API Error Handling, and Logging Best Practices•15 minutes
Read more about Testing Strategies, Clean Code Practices, and Production Readiness in Spring Boot•15 minutes
Case Studies: Spring Boot & Spring Security in Production — Real Enterprise Examples•15 minutes
4 assignments•Total 105 minutes
Integrating All Layers•15 minutes
Application Enhancement•15 minutes
Finalizing the Spring Application•15 minutes
Final Application Build•60 minutes
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Do I need coding experience before taking this Spring Boot course?
Yes, you should have basic knowledge of Java programming. If you understand Java classes, methods, and basic programming concepts, you will be able to follow this Java Spring Boot course easily.
What tools will I use in this course?
You will work with Java, Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data JPA, Hibernate, and JWT authentication. You will also use tools like Postman for API testing and Maven or Gradle for managing project dependencies.
What will I be able to build after completing the course?
By the end of the course, you will build a secure REST API application using Spring Boot and Spring Security. You will also implement JWT authentication and connect your application to a database using Spring Data JPA.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
This course is best for beginner to intermediate Java developers who want to become Spring Boot developers. Basic Java knowledge will help you understand backend development concepts more easily.
Will I learn how to secure APIs using Spring Security?
Yes. The course includes a full module on Spring Security, where you will implement authentication, role-based authorization, and secure APIs using JWT tokens.
How long does it take to complete this course?
Most learners complete this course in 3–4 weeks if they study a few hours per week. The lessons are structured so you can learn step-by-step while building a real backend project.
Will I learn how databases work with Spring Boot?
Yes. You will connect your application to a database using Spring Data JPA and Hibernate, create entities, manage relationships, and perform database operations using repositories.
What skills will I gain from this Spring Boot course?
You will gain practical skills in Spring Boot development, REST API creation, Spring Security, JWT authentication, and backend architecture used in real-world applications.
Can this course help me become a Spring Boot developer?
Yes. The course teaches the core skills required for a Spring Boot developer, including building APIs, implementing authentication, and developing secure backend systems.
Will I work on a real project in this course?
Yes. You will build a complete backend application where you integrate controllers, services, repositories, and security to create a real-world Spring Boot project.
What career opportunities are available after completing this course?
After completing this course, you can apply for roles like Java Backend Developer, Spring Boot Developer, API Developer, or Backend Software Engineer.
Will I receive guidance during the course?
Yes. The course is structured with step-by-step lessons and practical examples so you can learn each concept clearly while building your application
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.