Summary
Making Java Groovy is a practical handbook for developers who want to
blend Groovy into their day-to-day work with Java. It starts by
introducing the key differences between Java and Groovy--and how you can
use them to your advantage. Then, it guides you step-by-step through
realistic development challenges, from web applications to web services
to desktop applications, and shows how Groovy makes them easier to put
into production.
About this Book
You don't need the full force of Java when you're writing a build
script, a simple system utility, or a lightweight web app--but that's
where Groovy shines brightest. This elegant JVM-based dynamic language
extends and simplifies Java so you can concentrate on the task at hand
instead of managing minute details and unnecessary complexity.
Making Java Groov is a practical guide for developers who want to
benefit from Groovy in their work with Java. It starts by introducing
the key differences between Java and Groovy and how to use them to your
advantage. Then, you'll focus on the situations you face every day, like
consuming and creating RESTful web services, working with databases, and
using the Spring framework. You'll also explore the great Groovy tools
for build processes, testing, and deployment and learn how to write
Groovy-based domain-specific languages that simplify Java development.
Written for developers familiar with Java. No Groovy experience
required.
Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and
ePub formats from Manning Publications.
What's Inside
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Easier Java
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Closures, builders, and metaprogramming
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Gradle for builds, Spock for testing
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Groovy frameworks like Grails and Griffon
About the Author
Ken Kousen is an independent consultant and trainer specializing in
Spring, Hibernate, Groovy, and Grails.
Table of Contents
- Why add Groovy to Java?
- Groovy by example
- Code-level integration
- Using Groovy features in Java
- Build processes
- Testing Groovy and Java projects
- The Spring framework
- Database access
- RESTful web services
- Building and testing web applications
