A Quick Comparison Between Spring Framework and Spring Boot Framework

What is the Spring Framework?
 

Spring is one of the most widely used Java Frameworks for building apps. For the Java platform, the Spring framework provides a detailed programming and configuration model. It aims to simplify Java development and helps developers to be more productive at work. It can be used at any kind of Java deployment platform. It takes into account the rising needs of today’s businesses and strives to complete them.
 

Unlike other frameworks, Spring focuses on several areas of an application and provides a wide range of features.
 

One of the important features of the Spring framework is dependency injection. It helps make things simpler by allowing us to develop loosely coupled applications.

What is the Spring Boot Framework?
 

Spring framework focuses on providing flexibility to the developer but Spring Boot aims to shorten the code length and provide the developer with the easiest way to develop a web application. Using annotation configuration and default codes, Spring Boot shortens the time involved in developing an application. Spring Boot helps create a stand-alone application with less or almost zero-configuration.

Auto-configuration is a special feature in Spring Boot. Spring Boot automatically configures a class based on our requirements. 
 

Let us take a quick look at some of the features and benefits of these frameworks:

Benefits of the Spring Framework
 

• The Spring Framework can be used for all layers of implementation in the development of an application.
• It allows loose coupling and easy testability.
• It supports declarative programming.
• It is capable of eliminating the formation of singleton and factory classes.
• It supports both XML and annotation configurations.
• It provides middleware services.
   

Benefits of Spring Boot Framework
 

• Spring Boot doesn’t require the user to deploy WAR files.
• It creates stand-alone applications.
• It helps embed Tomcat, Jetty, or Undertow directly.
• It doesn’t require an XML configuration.
• It aims to reduce the LOC.
• It offers production-ready features.
• It is easier to launch.
• Easier customization and management.