What is Maven dependency management?

What is Maven dependency management?

Maven dependency management is a way to handle libraries and other dependencies in a Java project using Maven.

How does Maven resolve dependencies?

Maven resolves dependencies by checking the local repository first, then the remote repositories if not found locally.

Can I specify different versions of a dependency?

Yes, you can specify different versions of a dependency in your pom.xml file, and Maven will manage them accordingly.

What happens if there are version conflicts?

Maven uses a mechanism called 'nearest definition' to resolve version conflicts, choosing the version closest to your project.

Is there a way to exclude transitive dependencies?

Yes, you can exclude transitive dependencies by using the <exclusions> tag in your pom.xml file.