What is a framework?

What is a framework? Maybe you already know. But I think it would be helpful to make a small introduction to understand the general chain of posts about Java frameworks.

A framework is a component-based piece of pre-written code whose task is to be a template or skeleton, which can be reused to create an application by simply filling with your code as needed, which enables developers to program their application with no overhead of creating each line of code again and again from scratch.

Despite all possible frameworks, it is one simple but obvious rule -not all frameworks serve the same purpose. When choosing a framework, it is right to base your choice on the needs for solving business problems, not on your personal preferences. By the way, if you don't know how to choose the right technology stack for your project. Surprise, surprise - I wrote a post about it special for you; you can already find it on IH. I hope you'll find it useful.

The functions of frameworks can be divided into the following:

• Frontend-focused and backend oriented, such as working with databases
• For creating full-featured web applications in Java

Now, if you are searching for the best tools in the market that help you develop a website easier, faster, and better than Java is always there for you with a large number of frameworks, and most importantly, most of the Java frameworks are free and open-source. And if you don't know where to find some good information about Java frameworks, check this article. I'm sure you'll not be disappointed.