Building REST APIs and Web Services with Spring Boot

In modern software development, web services and REST APIs are the backbone of connected applications. If you want to build robust, scalable backends with Java, mastering Spring Boot is the most in-demand path to take. This text-based course guides you from a beginner to a confident developer capable of designing, writing, and testing your own APIs. You will learn how to structure services, manage data, and implement modern security practices. What you'll learn: - Understand the core principles of RESTful architecture and HTTP web service protocols - Build robust REST endpoints using Spring Boot controllers, routing, and request handling - Integrate databases to persist and retrieve data using Spring Data JPA - Implement modern authentication and authorization patterns, including JWT basics - Write automated tests for your APIs using JUnit and Mockito to ensure code quality - Document your APIs clearly using modern tools like OpenAPI specifications You will start with foundational concepts of HTTP and REST before moving step-by-step through database integration, security, and testing. Each section features detailed written explanations and clear code snippets to help you build practical backend skills. This course is designed for beginner Java developers who want to transition into web development, with no prior Spring Boot experience required. Start reading today to build your first professional Java web service.