Java Basics and Camunda BPM with Spring Boot - Complete Guide
This document is a comprehensive guide to understanding Java basics, Spring Boot annotations,
and integrating Camunda BPM with Spring Boot. Each topic is explained in simple terms, followed
by clear examples for better understanding.
This guide is meant for beginners, especially those without a Java background. Each concept is
broken down step-by-step to help you get started with Spring Boot and Camunda BPM.
Key Topics Covered:
- Java Basics
- Spring Boot Overview
- Camunda BPM Overview
- Camunda BPM Annotations with Spring Boot Integration
Java Basics - Detailed Explanation
Java is the foundation of Spring Boot and Camunda BPM. Here are some essential Java concepts:
1. **Variables and Data Types**
- Variables are used to store data, and data types define what kind of data a variable can hold.
- Examples:
- `int age = 25;`
- `String name = 'John';`
- `boolean isActive = true;`
- Common Data Types: `int`, `double`, `char`, `String`, `boolean`.
2. **Control Flow**: How the program makes decisions.
- **If-Else Statements**
```java
if (age >= 18) {
System.out.println('Adult');
} else {
System.out.println('Not Adult');
```
- **Loops (For, While)**
```java
for (int i = 0; i < 5; i++) {
System.out.println(i);
```
3. **Methods, Classes, and Objects**
- **Classes** are blueprints for creating objects. An object is an instance of a class.
- **Methods** are blocks of code that perform a task.
- Example:
```java
public class Person {
private String name;
public Person(String name) {
this.name = name;
}
public void introduce() {
System.out.println('Hello, my name is ' + name);
```
Spring Boot Overview
Spring Boot is a framework used to build Java-based applications quickly and easily. Here are some
core concepts and annotations you'll use with Spring Boot:
1. **@SpringBootApplication**: The main annotation that combines multiple annotations like
`@EnableAutoConfiguration`, `@ComponentScan`, and `@Configuration`.
- Example:
```java
@SpringBootApplication
public class Application {
public static void main(String[] args) {
SpringApplication.run(Application.class, args);
```
2. **@RestController**: Used to expose RESTful web services.
- Example:
```java
@RestController
public class HelloController {
@GetMapping("/hello")
public String sayHello() {
return 'Hello, Spring Boot!';
```
3. **@Autowired**: Automatically injects dependencies like services and repositories.
- Example:
```java
@Autowired
private MyService myService;
```
Camunda BPM with Spring Boot
Camunda BPM is a powerful workflow and decision automation platform. Here's how to integrate it
with Spring Boot.
1. **@EnableProcessApplication**: Initializes the Camunda process engine in Spring Boot.
- Example:
```java
@EnableProcessApplication
@SpringBootApplication
public class CamundaApplication {
public static void main(String[] args) {
SpringApplication.run(CamundaApplication.class, args);
```
2. **@RestController** with Camunda Integration:
- Expose REST APIs to start processes and complete tasks.
- Example (start process):
```java
@RestController
public class ProcessController {
@Autowired
private RuntimeService runtimeService;
@PostMapping('/start-process')
public String startProcess() {
runtimeService.startProcessInstanceByKey('processKey');
return 'Process started!';
```
3. **Managing Process Variables**: You can pass data to processes using process variables.
Example (setting variables):
```java
Map<String, Object> variables = new HashMap<>();
variables.put('name', 'John Doe');
runtimeService.startProcessInstanceByKey('processKey', variables);
```
4. **Service Tasks and User Tasks**: Define the business logic in **Service Tasks** and involve
users in **User Tasks**.
- Example of Service Task:
```xml
<serviceTask id='serviceTask1' name='Service Task' camunda:class='com.example.MyService' />
```
- Example of User Task:
```xml
<userTask id='userTask1' name='User Task' />
```
