Java project management

Project management is a major component of server-side application development. Having talented coders who are capable of writing intricate and innovative components is not enough. Enterprise applications require architects and software project managers that can oversee Java project management, organizing those talented Java developers into a cohesive development effort. Learn how to better manage an enterprise Java development team with project management tips, development lifecycle tutorials, news and advice on Agile methodologies, and application lifecycle management (ALM) coverage including requirements gathering, design, testing and deployment.

November 20, 2018 20 Nov'18
Continuous integration benefits: Why adopting a CI/CD tool like Jenkins makes sense

There's more to tools like Jenkins than simply building code after a Git commit. Here we explain continuous integration benefits clearly while answering the question 'Why Jenkins?'
October 21, 2018 21 Oct'18
Five Oracle Code One sessions you don't want to miss

From Jenkins pipelines written in Groovy, to cloud native applications written using the Eclipse MicroProfile, there is plenty to be excited about at the conference that was once called JavaOne. ...
October 02, 2018 02 Oct'18
False 'DevOps encompasses culture and collaboration' myth destroyed

If evangelists keep asserting that DevOps encompasses culture and collaboration, I'm afraid I'm going to have to keep showing them how they are wrong.
September 01, 2018 01 Sep'18
Fix 'could not reserve enough space for 2097152KB object heap' JFrog Artifactory startup error

Just a quick tip on how to fix the Artifactory 'could not reserve enough space for 2097152KB object heap' startup error message.

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Static analysis of Java via the Checkstyle plugin for Eclipse

The best way to preserve your code quality is to routinely run static code analysis from your IDE. Here's a tutorial on how to do this with the Checkstyle plugin for Eclipse. Continue Reading
The 4 essential Java cyclomatic complexity testing tools

Code that's less complex is easier to troubleshoot and maintain. If developers can calculate code cyclomatic complexity metrics, they have a playbook to tackle the testing phase. Continue Reading
Git vs. GitHub: What is the difference between GitHub and Git?

What are Git and GitHub? Are they actually the same thing? In this comparison article, we compare Git vs GitHub and examine the differences between the tools, like who maintains them and how easy they integrate with other tools. Continue Reading

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4 reasons why Gradle may be the right Java build tool

When it comes to building Java projects, developers need to pick the right tool for the job. Gradle separates itself from the pack with its emphasis on plugins and flexibility. Continue Reading
How to Git started and use the Github Desktop app tool

The GitHub Desktop client has been around for a few years now. In this GitHub Desktop app tutorial, we take a look at how well the tool performs the five basic Git commands. Continue Reading
When you compare Java build tools, Maven comes out on top

What is the best Java build tool on the market? Is it Gradle? Do people still use Ant? Here, we explore why Maven is still one of the industry's most popular Java build tools. Continue Reading

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How to use the Jenkins Git Plugin: Tips and tricks

Being able to pull from a source code repository is a given, but here are five features the Jenkins Git Plugin makes available to your build jobs that you didn't even know were there. Continue Reading
Tough sample DevOps interview questions and answers to tackle

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

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Just git reset and push when you need to undo previous local commits

What happens when you git reset and push to a remote GitHub or GitLab server? Are the reset local commits published, or do previous commits simply vanish? Continue Reading
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 revert a git commit: A simple undo changes example

The best way to undo previous changes to the source code repository is to learn how to revert a git commit. Continue Reading