Learn Java from Scratch - A Beginner's Guide - Step 08 - Exploring Java Spring XML Configuration

The video tutorial explores the transition from Java to XML configuration in the Spring Framework. It begins with an introduction to Java and XML configurations, followed by a detailed guide on setting up XML configuration files. The tutorial demonstrates how to launch XML contexts and define beans using XML, including constructor injection. It also covers component scanning and alternatives for defining beans. The video concludes with running and testing applications using XML configurations, highlighting the historical context and current relevance of XML in Spring.

How can you retrieve a bean from the Spring context using XML configuration?

What is the role of the 'context' namespace in Spring XML configuration?

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using XML configuration in Spring.

What changes were introduced in Spring to reduce the reliance on XML configuration?