What are the differences between JPA and Spring Data?

What are the differences between JPA and Spring Data?

JPA (Java Persistence API) is a specification for object-relational mapping, while Spring Data is a framework that simplifies data access in Spring applications, providing a higher-level abstraction over JPA.

Can you explain how Spring Data builds on top of JPA?

Sure! Spring Data provides repositories that allow you to perform CRUD operations without writing boilerplate code. It uses JPA under the hood to manage the entity lifecycle.

Are there any performance differences between using JPA directly and using Spring Data?

Generally, the performance is similar since Spring Data uses JPA. However, Spring Data can optimize certain queries and reduce boilerplate, which can lead to better performance in some cases.

Which one should I use for a new project?

If you're using Spring, it's often recommended to use Spring Data for its ease of use and additional features. However, if you need fine-grained control, JPA might be more suitable.