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Solon Validation: Lightweight Java Bean Validation Without JSR 380
Solon's validation plugin offers 20+ annotations, entity validation, and custom validators without JSR 380 dependencies. It uses a two-phase model: context validation before injection and parameter validation after. Developers can enable validation with @Valid on controllers and @Validated for nested DTOs.
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This positions Solon as a leaner alternative for Java developers tired of JSR 380's overhead, but adoption hinges on ecosystem support.
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Solon Validation: @Valid, 20+ Annotations, and Custom Validators Without the JSR 380 Baggage →
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