Building Applications with Spring Boot and MVC Architecture
Keep adding new skills with 10,000+ programs for $239 (usually $399). Save now.
Building Applications with Spring Boot and MVC Architecture
This course is part of Full-Stack Java Dev with Spring & Spring Boot Specialization
Instructor: Board Infinity
4,447 already enrolled
Included with
Ask Coursera
13 reviews
Recommended experience
13 reviews
Recommended experience
What you'll learn
Build and structure Spring Boot applications using MVC principles and best practices.
Integrate relational databases with Spring Data JPA and manage entity relationships.
Develop secure, well-documented RESTful APIs using Spring Security and Swagger.
Apply core Spring concepts like dependency injection, configuration annotations, and lifecycle management to build modular, testable applications.
Skills you'll gain
Details to know
See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills
Build your subject-matter expertise
- Learn new concepts from industry experts
- Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
- Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
- Earn a shareable career certificate
There are 3 modules in this course
Building Applications with Spring Boot and MVC Architecture Course is designed for aspiring Java developers and backend engineers eager to master modern web application development.
You’ll start by building a strong foundation in Spring Boot, understanding how its auto-configuration, embedded servers, and opinionated defaults accelerate Java project delivery. Through hands-on lessons, you’ll learn to structure applications using the Model-View-Controller (MVC) pattern and gain practical experience with project setup, application structuring, and Thymeleaf templating. In the second module, you’ll dive into integrating relational databases using Spring Data JPA and Hibernate. You’ll practice creating entity classes, managing repositories, and performing CRUD operations, while mastering advanced concepts like one-to-many and many-to-many relationships, validation, and exception handling. This module equips you to build robust, data-driven applications with reliable persistence and clean architecture. The final module focuses on building and securing RESTful APIs with Spring Boot. You’ll explore REST principles, create endpoints, handle HTTP methods, and return JSON responses. You’ll also implement authentication and authorization with Spring Security and JWT, and document your APIs using Swagger/OpenAPI, ensuring your services are production-ready and easy to integrate. By the end of this course, you will confidently: - Build and structure Spring Boot applications using MVC best practices - Integrate relational databases and manage data with Spring Data JPA and Hibernate - Develop secure, well-documented RESTful APIs using Spring Security and Swagger - Apply core Spring concepts like dependency injection and annotation-based configuration - Launch production-ready Java web applications and qualify for backend developer roles This course is ideal for those who: - Want a step-by-step, hands-on introduction to Spring Boot and MVC architecture - Are new to Java web development or looking to upskill for backend engineering roles - Prefer learning by doing and applying knowledge to real-world projects - Are preparing for job interviews, technical assessments, or Java/Spring certifications This course empowers you to build scalable, maintainable Java applications and unlock new career opportunities in modern web development. Disclaimer: This course is an independent educational resource developed by Board Infinity and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with Broadcom or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates. This course is not an official preparation material of Broadcom. All trademarks, service marks, and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only.
This module lays the foundation for understanding Spring Boot’s core philosophy, streamlined development model, and architectural advantages. It begins by introducing the strategic role Spring Boot plays within the broader Java and enterprise development ecosystem, highlighting its ability to reduce configuration overhead and accelerate application delivery. Learners will explore the key principles behind Spring Boot—including convention over configuration, auto-configuration, and embedded server support—and how these features distinguish it from traditional Spring-based setups. The module also walks through essential setup steps, from initializing projects using Spring Initializr to running your first application. By the end, learners will have a clear understanding of how Spring Boot simplifies backend development and will be ready to build and structure their own applications with confidence.
What's included
21 videos5 readings5 assignments2 discussion prompts1 plugin
21 videos•Total 111 minutes
- Introduction to the Specialization•2 minutes
- Introduction to the Course•1 minute
- Meet your Instructor•1 minute
- What is Spring Boot and Why Use it?•3 minutes
- Setting up a Spring Boot Project•5 minutes
- Exploring Spring Boot Auto-Configuration•8 minutes
- Understanding Project Structure and Best Practices•10 minutes
- Running the First Spring Boot Application•9 minutes
- Basics of Model-View-Controller Pattern•7 minutes
- Creating Controllers, Views, and Models•7 minutes
- Handling HTTP Requests and Responses•5 minutes
- Form Submission and Data Binding•9 minutes
- Working with Thymeleaf Templates•7 minutes
- What is Dependency Injection (DI)?•5 minutes
- Creating and Managing Spring Bean•5 minutes
- Using @Component, @Service, and @Repository•4 minutes
- Configuring Beans Using Java-based and XML-Based Configuration•5 minutes
- Overview of Key Spring Boot Annotations (@RestController, @Autowired, @Qualifier)•6 minutes
- Externalized Configuration: application.properties vs YAM•5 minutes
- Environment Profiles for Different Deployment Setting•5 minutes
- Using CommandLineRunner and ApplicationRunner•2 minutes
5 readings•Total 70 minutes
- Syllabus•10 minutes
- Read More About Spring Boot Essentials: From Fundamentals to Auto-Configuration Mastery•15 minutes
- Read More About Mastering MVC in Spring: From Core Concepts to Thymeleaf Integration•15 minutes
- Read More About Mastering Spring Core: Dependency Injection, Bean Lifecycle, and XML Configuration Essentials•15 minutes
- Read More About Essential Spring Boot Concepts: Dependency Injection, External Configuration, and Application Startup Runners•15 minutes
5 assignments•Total 150 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Introduction to Spring Boot•15 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Understanding MVC Architecture•15 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Dependency Injection & Spring Beans•30 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Spring Boot Annotations & Configuration•30 minutes
- Graded Quiz: Getting Started with Spring Boot•60 minutes
2 discussion prompts•Total 20 minutes
- Meet and Greet•10 minutes
- Your Journey into Spring Boot Development•10 minutes
1 plugin•Total 5 minutes
- Quick Course Check-In•5 minutes
This module explores how Spring Boot simplifies and strengthens data persistence in enterprise applications by integrating seamlessly with relational databases. It begins by introducing Spring Data JPA as a high-level abstraction for working with databases, allowing developers to focus on domain logic rather than boilerplate SQL. Learners will dive into key concepts like repositories, entities, and derived queries, while also understanding the underlying principles of Object-Relational Mapping (ORM). The module also covers advanced relationship mappings such as one-to-many and many-to-many associations, ensuring learners can model complex data structures effectively. Finally, it addresses practical concerns like data validation, custom exception handling, and transaction management. By the end, learners will be able to design, implement, and manage robust, database-driven Spring Boot applications with clarity and confidence.
What's included
14 videos3 readings4 assignments
14 videos•Total 98 minutes
- Setting up a Database Connection•5 minutes
- Configuring Spring Boot with MySQL/PostgreSQL•8 minutes
- Creating JPA Entities and Repositories•6 minutes
- Performing Basic CRUD Operation•12 minutes
- Introduction to Hibernate•8 minutes
- One-to-Many and Many-to-Many Relationships•6 minutes
- Using @JoinColumn and @MappedBy•11 minutes
- Lazy vs Eager Loading Strategies•4 minutes
- Writing Complex JPQL Queries•3 minutes
- Pagination and Sorting with Spring Data JPA•14 minutes
- Implementing Form Validation (@Valid, @NotNull)•4 minutes
- Handling Exceptions Using @ControllerAdvice•3 minutes
- Global Error Handling with ResponseEntityExceptionHandler•10 minutes
- Custom Exception Handling and Logging•4 minutes
3 readings•Total 45 minutes
- Read More About Mastering Database Integration in Spring Boot: Practical Approaches with JPA, MySQL/PostgreSQL, and Hibernate ORM•15 minutes
- Read More About Comprehensive Guide to Data Management in Spring Boot: One-to-Many Relationships, Loading Strategies, and Efficient Pagination•15 minutes
- Read More About Robust Spring MVC Development: Validating Form Input and Mastering Exception Handling•15 minutes
4 assignments•Total 150 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Introduction to Spring Data JPA•30 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Advanced JPA Relationships•30 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Exception Handling & Validation•30 minutes
- Graded Quiz: Working with Databases in Spring Boot•60 minutes
This module focuses on building robust, scalable, and standards-compliant RESTful APIs using Spring Boot. It begins by introducing REST architectural principles and how they align with modern application development. Learners will explore the full lifecycle of REST API development—from defining endpoints and handling HTTP methods to processing requests and structuring responses. Key concepts such as controller design, path variables, query parameters, and response status codes are thoroughly covered. The module also introduces security mechanisms like basic authentication and JWT, along with tools for documenting APIs using OpenAPI and Swagger. By the end, learners will be able to design, secure, and document professional-grade REST APIs ready for integration in enterprise-level systems.
What's included
15 videos3 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt
15 videos•Total 99 minutes
- Understanding REST Principles•10 minutes
- Creating Controllers for GET, POST, PUT, DELETE Operations•8 minutes
- Returning JSON Responses•12 minutes
- Using @RequestBody, @PathVariable, and @RequestParam•6 minutes
- Handling HTTP Status Codes•5 minutes
- Implementing Authentication (Basic Auth & JWT)•11 minutes
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)•6 minutes
- Using Spring Security•4 minutes
- Integrating OAuth2 Authentication•6 minutes
- Best Practices for Securing REST Endpoints•2 minutes
- Generating API Docs Using Swagger & OpenAPI•7 minutes
- Testing APIs with Postman•7 minutes
- Versioning and Maintaining APIs•6 minutes
- Best Practices for API Documentation•7 minutes
- Course Closure!•1 minute
3 readings•Total 45 minutes
- Read more about Building Robust RESTful APIs with Spring Boot: Annotations, Error Handling, and Best Practices•15 minutes
- Read more about Securing Spring Boot REST APIs: Core Security, Best Practices, and OAuth 2.0 Integration•15 minutes
- Read more about Effective API Design and Testing: Versioning Strategies and Documentation Best Practices"•15 minutes
4 assignments•Total 150 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Building a RESTful API•30 minutes
- Practice Quiz: Securing REST APIs•30 minutes
- Practice Quiz: OpenAPI & API Documentation•30 minutes
- Graded Quiz: REST API Development in Spring Boot•60 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- Why Security Matters in Modern APIs•10 minutes
Earn a career certificate
Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV. Share it on social media and in your performance review.
Instructor
Offered by
Explore more from Software Development
- B
Board Infinity
Course
- B
Board Infinity
Course
Why people choose Coursera for their career
Frequently asked questions
Yes, basic knowledge of Java is required. This course focuses on backend development using Spring Boot and assumes you're familiar with object-oriented programming.
You’ll use Spring Boot, Spring Data JPA, Hibernate, Thymeleaf, MySQL/PostgreSQL, Spring Security, Swagger, and Postman. The course is designed around hands-on experience with these tools.
Absolutely! The course includes step-by-step lessons on connecting to SQL databases, creating entities, and using repositories to perform CRUD operations.
More questions
Financial aid available,
