Maven

Maven is a build automation tool used primarily for Java projects, but can also be used to build and manage projects written in other languages. It provides a way to manage dependencies, compile source code, and package code into JAR files or other distribution formats.

• It uses a declarative XML-based approach to define project configurations and dependencies.
• Maven provides a central repository where developers can share and access open-source libraries and dependencies.
• It organizes project files and directories in a standard format, which makes it easier for developers to understand and navigate the project structure.

Maven can be run from the command line or integrated into an integrated development environment (IDE) such as Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA.

Developers who use Maven can benefit from automated builds, consistent project structures, and easy dependency management, which ultimately helps them to build higher quality software more quickly and with less effort.