8.2.1 - What are Build Tools?
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What is a build tool?
💡 Hint: Think about tasks it executes in software development.
Define what a build script is.
💡 Hint: Recall the types of files used, like XML or YAML.
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What is the primary function of a build tool?
💡 Hint: Focus on what tasks they automate.
Artifacts are outputs of the build process. True or False?
💡 Hint: Think about what build tools generate.
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Design a simple project structure using a build tool, outline how dependencies will be managed.
💡 Hint: Think about how you would set up your project and what configurations would be necessary.
Compare two build tools (e.g., Maven vs Gradle) and discuss their advantages and disadvantages.
💡 Hint: Make a table summarizing features, pros and cons for clarity.
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