Running the Application using an IDE

Ahoy there, matey! So, you have your Spring Boot project set up and you’re ready to run your application. Well, shiver me timbers, you’re in luck! In this article, we’ll be discussing how to execute the main class of your Spring Boot application using an IDE.

Executing the Main Class

Now, before we get started, make sure you have your development environment set up with an IDE and build tool. Once you’ve got that covered, let’s move on to executing the main class.

The main class is the entry point of your Spring Boot application. It’s where everything starts, and it’s the first class that gets executed. To run your application, you’ll need to execute the main class.

In your IDE, find the main class file. It’s usually located in the src/main/java directory, under your package name. Once you’ve found it, right-click on the file and select “Run As” and then “Java Application”. Alternatively, you can use the shortcut keys “Shift + F10” to run the class.

And there you have it, your Spring Boot application is now running! If you’ve set up your application correctly, you should see some output in the console indicating that your application has started.

Conclusion

Running your Spring Boot application using an IDE is a breeze, me hearties! Simply locate your main class file, right-click on it, and select “Run As” and then “Java Application”. And just like that, you’re off to the races!

In the next article, we’ll be discussing how to run your application using Maven. So, hoist the Jolly Roger and join us on our next adventure!