A course on ORM framework using Hibernate/ JPA (Java Persistence API) with Spring Boot typically covers the fundamentals of using JPA for data persistence in Java applications, along with integrating it with the Spring Boot framework for building robust and scalable enterprise applications. Register to join the free demo classes.

Module 1: Introduction to ORM and Hibernate

• Understanding Object-Relational Mapping (ORM)

• Introduction to Hibernate and JPA

• Setting up a development environment with Spring Boot and Hibernate

Module 2: Mapping Entities

• Mapping entity classes to database tables

• Primary key generation strategies

• Mapping relationships (One-to-One, One-to-Many, Many-to-One, Many-to-Many)

• Handling inheritance hierarchies

Module 3: Entity Lifecycle and Persistence Context

• Understanding entity lifecycle states (Transient, Persistent, Detached, Removed)

• Hibernate session and transaction management

• Caching strategies and optimization techniques

• Lazy loading vs. eager loading

Module 4: JPQL (Java Persistence Query Language)

• Introduction to JPQL and its syntax

• Performing CRUD operations using JPQL

• Named queries and native SQL queries

• Using JPQL for complex queries and joins

Module 5: Criteria API

• Understanding Criteria API and its benefits

• Creating dynamic queries using Criteria API

• Adding restrictions and projections

• Executing Criteria queries with Hibernate and Spring Boot

Module 6: Advanced Mapping Techniques

• Mapping enums, collections, and embeddable types

• Customizing mappings with annotations and XML configuration

• Handling entity state transitions effectively

• Advanced mapping scenarios and best practices

Module 7: Transaction Management and Spring Data JPA

• Integrating Spring Data JPA with Spring Boot

• Configuring transaction management with @Transactional

• Implementing custom repositories and queries

• Using Spring Data JPA repositories for CRUD operations

Module 8: Performance Tuning and Optimization

• Identifying performance bottlenecks in Hibernate applications

• Strategies for optimizing entity fetching and queries

• Configuring batch processing and caching

• Monitoring and profiling Hibernate applications

Module 9: Auditing and Versioning

• Implementing entity auditing with Hibernate Envers

• Handling optimistic locking and versioning

• Tracking and managing entity changes over time

• Enabling auditing and versioning in Spring Boot applications

Module 10: Integration with Spring Boot and Spring Cloud

• Integrating Hibernate and JPA with Spring Boot projects

• Leveraging Spring Data JPA for repository abstraction

• Implementing distributed transactions with Spring Cloud

• Deploying Hibernate-based microservices in a cloud environment

Module 11: Testing and Debugging

• Unit testing Hibernate entities and repositories

• Integration testing with embedded databases and test containers

• Debugging common Hibernate and JPA issues

• Writing effective test cases for Hibernate applications

Module 12: Best Practices and Real-world Applications

• Applying best practices for designing and developing Hibernate applications

• Design patterns for Hibernate and JPA integration

• Case studies and real-world examples of Hibernate-based applications

• Continuous learning and staying updated with Hibernate and JPA advancements