Java Development Tools

Java development tools are supported by many platforms and numerous plugins exist to extend the capabilities. In this section, get the latest news on development tools, find advice on how to optimize your use of Java, and follow tutorials to improve your skills when using Java development tools. Learn about valuable tools including the integrated development platform (IDE), and discover tools and plugins you can use to create programs in Java.

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May 23, 2018 23 May'18
How to 'git cherry-pick' from another branch to your own

In a previous tutorial, we took a look at how to cherry-pick a commit on the current branch, but one of the ancillary questions that commonly arises is how to perform a git cherry-pick from another ...
May 17, 2018 17 May'18
Learn to git cherry-pick a commit with this easy example

One of the most commonly misunderstood version control commands is git cherry-pick, and that's a real shame because the ability to git cherry-pick a commit is one of the most useful skills a ...
May 03, 2018 03 May'18
How to set Notepad++ as the default Git editor for commits instead of Vim

Frustrated every time you forget to add a Git commit message and Vim, the default Git editor pops up? Here's a way to make issuing git commits a bit friendlier. In this Git tutorial, we show you ...
May 01, 2018 01 May'18
Jenkins Git environment variables list: A working shell script example

When using the Jenkins Git plugin, a vast array of new environment variables are offered up. Here's a complete Jenkins Git environment variables list.

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Jenkins Git integration: GitHub pull request via the Git plugin

This Jenkins Git integration tutorial demonstrates how to create a freestyle build job that performs a Jenkins GitHub pull request. It's an example of the Jenkins Git plug-in in action. Continue Reading
Jenkins parameterized build example with String and Boolean parameters

It's easy to customize your Jenkins jobs when you add parameters to the build. This Jenkins parameterized build example with Boolean and String parameters is the first step to a fresh continuous integration pipeline. Continue Reading
The 5 basic Git commands every beginner needs to master

Just getting started with Git or GitHub? If so, there are five basic Git commands you need to master. This Git tutorial for beginners takes you through each. Continue Reading

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10 Git quiz questions to test your distributed version control skills

Test your distributed version control knowledge with this 10 Git questions quiz. It's a quick test that will see how well you know the basics of the popular DVCS tool. Continue Reading
Ten Jenkins quiz questions to test your install and config IQ

Here are 10 Jenkins questions designed to test your knowledge of the build tool. Think you know continuous integration well? Take this Jenkins quiz, and find out if you do. Continue Reading
Jenkins vs. Maven: Compare these build and integration tools

DevOps advocates are often asked for a Jenkins vs. Maven comparison. But those asking often discover that Maven-Jenkins integration is the true path to continuous integration success. Continue Reading

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Tackle these 10 sample DevOps interview questions and answers

Interested in applying for that DevOps engineer position? Then take a look at these 10 sample DevOps interview questions and answers, and see how well you are prepared. Continue Reading
10 tough Jenkins interview questions and answers for DevOps engineers

Applying for an engineering job where continuous integration is part of the description? Here are 10 tough Jenkins interview questions to prepare you for the DevOps engineering interview. Continue Reading
A git reset hard example: An easy way to undo local commits and shift head

For those looking to undo a commit, the easiest way to do it is by using the git reset hard command. It's the easy way to reset the HEAD, the index and the working tree as well. Continue Reading

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Maven Checkstyle Plugin example: How to enforce Java quality rules

Java Checkstyle rules can be applied to every build to ensure developers are following source code quality rules correctly. This Maven Checkstyle Plugin tutorial shows you how. Continue Reading
How to git revert a commit: A simple undo changes example

The best way to undo previous changes to the source code repository is to learn how to git revert a commit. Continue Reading
Fix broken builds with this log4j Maven dependency example

DevOps professionals need to know how Maven dependency management works. This log4j Maven dependency example demonstrates how to use Maven Central and resolve external libraries. Continue Reading