Maven works around the following core concepts Project Object Model (POM) is the XML representation of the project where all the dependencies and configuration details are stored. POM plays a major role in ensuring that all the project resource references are maintained. Build Life Cycles, Phases, Goals - Maven build process is composed of many build life cycles. Each life cycle has one or more phases. Each phase has one or many associated goals. Dependencies and Repositories - Dependencies are external JAR files required for the project to work. Maven downloads these dependencies into the local, central or remote repository.Build
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