Spring vs spring boot in java

Question

Hi could someone explain what is the difference between spring and spring boot in Java?
And what is preferable in complex web application which is used in ERP?
Thanks

Answer 1

This should explain the differences fairly well.

https://www.baeldung.com/spring-vs-spring-boot

As for which to use for a ERP web app, Spring Boot will probably get you up and running faster, but you could use either.

Answer 2

ChaoticDawg Thank you for your explanation. Should I start to learning the spring first as spring boot is the extension of spring or it is't necessary?
Do you know any free tutorial for spring boot?
Have you have experience in developing ERP web app?

Answer 3

It's not necessary to learn Spring first before Spring Boot. In fact if you're new to them it is usually recommended to learn Spring Boot first for the simplicity of it. Then, if needed or desired, you can learn Spring.

Answer 4

String boot does automated configuration of Spring. Work with Spring is then easier and simpler. it works like 'wizard' software.

https://spring.io/quickstart

Answer 5

ChaoticDawg l 've learned about Spring boot. I want to know if there is difference between spring and spring boot in annotations or in structure of restcontroller or configuration? Do they have some thing in common?