Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of Struts 2? This guide will help you set up the Struts 2 example applications using a Maven multi-module project. So, grab your coding gear and let’s get started!

What is Struts 2?

Struts 2 is a popular framework for creating Java EE web applications. It simplifies the development process by providing a robust structure for your web apps.

Getting Started with Struts 2 Examples

This project contains various example applications that are part of the Getting Started Struts 2 tutorials available on struts.apache.org. Here’s how to build these examples:

Building the Example Applications

Follow these steps to build all the example applications:

• Ensure you have Maven installed on your machine.
• Open a terminal or command prompt.
• Navigate to the root folder of your Struts examples project.
• Run the following Maven command:

mvn -e clean package

This command will clean up the previous builds, package the applications, and create a .war file for each module inside the target sub-folder.

Deploying Your Applications

Now that you’ve built the applications, you can deploy them by copying the .war files to your Servlet container, such as Tomcat, Jetty, or GlassFish.

Understanding the Process: An Analogy

Think of the process of building and deploying Struts applications as akin to preparing a delicious meal:

• Your kitchen represents the root folder of your project.
• The ingredients you gather (the example applications and their modules) are similar to the .war files created.
• Using the right tools (Maven and your Servlet container) is like having the correct cooking utensils and appliances.
• Finally, once your meal is prepared (the applications are packaged), it’s time to serve it (deploy it) to your dining table (the server). Enjoying your meal is akin to accessing and using the deployed applications!

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues during the build or deployment, consider the following troubleshooting tips:

• Double-check that Maven is properly installed and configured.
• Ensure that you are in the correct directory when running the Maven command.
• If you’re facing issues with deployments, check if your Servlet container is correctly set up and running.
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Conclusion

Now that you have your Struts 2 applications built and ready, you’re a step closer to becoming a proficient web developer. Practice makes perfect, so dive into the examples and experiment with modifications to learn more.

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