RESTful Web Service Development with JAX-RS and Jersey

Modern software relies on robust communication between systems, and RESTful APIs are the backbone of this connectivity. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to building these services using JAX-RS, the standard Java API, and Jersey, its most popular implementation. You will transition from understanding basic web concepts to building fully functional, industry-standard web services that can power modern applications. By focusing on the Jakarta EE standards, you will gain skills that are applicable across a wide range of enterprise environments. What you'll learn: - Understand the core principles of RESTful architecture and HTTP methods - Configure JAX-RS environments using Jersey in both standalone and container-managed settings - Apply Java annotations to define resource paths, query parameters, and headers - Handle data serialization and deserialization using modern JSON and XML providers - Implement standard CRUD operations for robust web service functionality - Manage error handling and status codes to create reliable API responses The course begins with foundational terminology and the architectural theory of REST before moving into the practical application of annotations and resource management. You will progress through reading detailed explanations and analyzing code patterns that demonstrate how to handle requests and responses effectively. This course is designed for Java developers who are new to web services and want to learn the official standard for API development. No prior experience with REST or Jersey is required. Start building your first Java web service today through structured reading and practical exercises.