Apache Maven is a standard tool for build automation and dependency management that uses a central POM (Project Object Model) file. It follows the convention-over-configuration principle to simplify and structure the build process.
Maven makes it straightforward to compile, test and package Java projects (and other languages) through predictable lifecycle phases and a set of plugins. Local and remote repositories handle transitive dependencies automatically. It’s a stable foundation in many development pipelines and environments.
Maven integrates well with CI workflows and Git hosting services, and its plugin system allows customization of build steps like testing, documentation and distribution. It’s a modular and extensible system actively maintained under the Apache Foundation.
