Creating a Simple Maven Project in Eclipse (Step-by-Step Guide)

🧰 Pre-Requisites (What You Need Before Starting)

1. Java JDK Installed
• Download and install the latest Java JDK from the official Oracle website.
• Ensure the `JAVA_HOME` environment variable is set correctly.
2. Eclipse IDE Installed
• Install the latest version of Eclipse IDE for Java Developers from official Eclipse website.
3. Internet Connection
• You’ll need an active internet connection during the setup to download dependencies and plugins.
4. TestNG Plugin (Optional, if using TestNG in Maven project)
• If you plan to use TestNG in your Maven project, install the TestNG plugin in Eclipse first.
• Follow this guide:
• How to Install TestNG in Eclipse (Step-by-Step)
• If already installed, you can skip this step.

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🚀 Steps to Create a Simple Maven Project in Eclipse

1. Open Eclipse IDE

2. Start a New Maven Project

    Go to: File → New → Maven Project

    (If you don’t see "Maven Project", go to `File` → `Other`, then search and select "Maven Project")

3. Project Configuration Window

• Leave the default settings (location and working set) as-is.
• Don’t check the “Create a simple project (skip archetype selection)” option.
• Click Next.

4. Select a Project Template (Archetype)

• Eclipse will take a few moments to load archetypes (templates).
• In the "Filter" box, type: `maven-archetype-quickstart`.
• Select this option from the list and click Next.

5. Enter Project Details

• Fill in the following fields:
• Group Id – your project group name (e.g., com.example)
• Artifact Id – your project name (e.g., my-first-project)
• Package – base package name (usually same as Group Id)
• Click Finish.

6. Project Creation in Progress

• Eclipse will download required files. This may take a minute.
• In the Console, if it asks “Confirm properties configuration”, just type `Y` and press Enter.

✅ Your Maven project is now created! You’ll see a standard Maven folder structure in your Project Explorer: