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Spring Framework: A Lightweight Java Alternative to EJB
Spring is an open-source Java framework that simplifies enterprise development with dependency injection and inversion of control. It replaces the complex, heavyweight EJB model with lightweight POJO-based programming. Key features include loose coupling, aspect-oriented programming for cross-cutting concerns, and flexible configuration.
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This is a solid introductory overview but lacks depth on Spring Boot, cloud-native features, or the ecosystem's evolution—topics more relevant to modern developers.
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