What is Gradle and how do I use it?

What is Gradle and how do I use it?

Gradle is a build automation tool that helps manage dependencies and automate the build process for projects.

Can you show me a simple Gradle build file example?

Sure! Here's a basic example:

apply plugin: 'java'

repositories {
    mavenCentral()
}

dependencies {
    implementation 'org.springframework:spring-core:5.3.8'
}

task hello {
    doLast {
        println 'Hello, Gradle!'
    }
}

How do I run this build file?

You can run the build file by navigating to your project directory in the terminal and executing gradle build.

What are some common Gradle commands I should know?

Some common Gradle commands include gradle build, gradle clean, gradle test, and gradle run.