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MapStruct is a Java code generation tool that simplifies mapping between Java objects. It automates the process of converting one object to another by generating mapping code based on annotations. This saves time compared to writing mapping code manually and reduces errors.

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Map Struct

MapStruct is a Java code generation tool that simplifies mapping between Java objects. It automates the process of converting one object to another by generating mapping code based on annotations. This saves time compared to writing mapping code manually and reduces errors.

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Certainly!

"MapStruct" is a Java-based code generation tool used to simplify the implementation of


mappings between Java beans, meaning it helps to convert one Java object to another. Let's break
down the concept for a newbie:

### What is Mapping?

In software development, "mapping" refers to the process of transforming data from one form to
another. In Java, this often involves converting between different types of objects. For example, you
might have a `User` object and need to convert it into a `UserDTO` (Data Transfer Object) before
sending it over the network.

### Why Use MapStruct?

Writing these mapping methods manually can be tedious and error-prone, especially in large projects
with many data models. MapStruct automates this process by generating the mapping code for you
based on simple annotations, saving you time and reducing the chances of mistakes.

### How Does MapStruct Work?

1. **Annotations**: MapStruct relies heavily on annotations. By adding annotations to your Java


beans, you tell MapStruct how to generate the mapping code.

2. **Code Generation**: Once you've added the necessary annotations, MapStruct generates the
mapping code during the build process. This code is optimized for performance and follows the rules
you specified.

3. **No Reflection**: Unlike some other mapping frameworks, MapStruct generates plain Java code,
avoiding the use of reflection. This results in better performance at runtime.

### Example:

Let's say you have two classes: `User` and `UserDTO`, and you want to map fields from `User` to
`UserDTO`.

```java
public class User {

private String name;

private int age;

// Getters and setters

public class UserDTO {

private String fullName;

private int age;

// Getters and setters

```

With MapStruct, you would create an interface like this:

```java

@Mapper

public interface UserMapper {

UserMapper INSTANCE = Mappers.getMapper(UserMapper.class);

@Mapping(source = "name", target = "fullName")

UserDTO userToUserDTO(User user);

```

Here:

- `@Mapper` annotation indicates that this interface is a mapper.

- `@Mapping` annotation tells MapStruct how to map fields between `User` and `UserDTO`.

- `Mappers.getMapper(UserMapper.class)` provides an instance of the mapper, which you can then


use to perform the mappings.
Then, you can use this mapper in your code like this:

```java

User user = new User();

user.setName("John Doe");

user.setAge(30);

UserDTO userDTO = UserMapper.INSTANCE.userToUserDTO(user);

```

MapStruct will generate the implementation of the `userToUserDTO` method, handling the mapping
logic defined by the annotations.

### Conclusion:

MapStruct simplifies the process of mapping Java beans by automatically generating mapping code
based on annotations. This saves time, reduces errors, and improves performance compared to
manual mapping implementations.

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