Spring Data Examples is a collection of example projects that demonstrate how to use the various Spring Data modules.
The repository addresses the need for practical, working demonstrations of Spring Data functionality across different data access technologies. Rather than providing a single tool, it offers separate example projects organized by module, each showcasing the API and features of that particular Spring Data implementation. Developers can explore how to use Spring Data for Apache Cassandra, Elasticsearch, JDBC, JPA, and other supported data stores by examining runnable code that illustrates common patterns and capabilities.
Someone evaluating this repository should understand that it serves as a learning resource and reference implementation guide rather than a framework to adopt into production. It suits developers new to Spring Data who want to understand how to structure applications, configure repositories, and leverage module-specific features. The examples cover a range of scenarios from basic usage to advanced patterns like reactive programming, vector search, GraalVM native image compilation, and integration with complementary tools such as jOOQ and MyBatis. Developers working with specific Spring Data modules will find targeted examples in dedicated folders that match their technology choice.
The project maintains examples across multiple Spring Data modules with regular updates to keep pace with framework evolution. The examples are structured to be self-contained and runnable, with clear organization that allows developers to locate relevant code for their use case. Documentation within each example folder explains prerequisites, such as running a local Elasticsearch instance for certain tests, and guides developers through the setup and execution of the sample code.
