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How to use SpringAll: clone the repo and learn Spring step by step
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SpringAll is an open-source collection of Java example projects that accompany a Chinese-language blog series on the Spring ecosystem, published by the author at mrbird.cc. This guide explains how to get the repository, how the lessons are organised, and how to read the code next to the articles. By the end you will know where to start, what you need installed, and what the project is and is not good for.
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- 1Open the repository. Go to github.com/wuyouzhuguli/SpringAll in your browser and read the README to see the list of topics.
- 2Clone the repo. Run the git clone command to download the source code to your machine.
- 3Pick one topic. Choose a single area, such as Spring Boot basics or Spring Security, so you do not try to cover everything at once.
- 4Read the linked article. Open the matching article on mrbird.cc, which is written in Chinese, and note the parts you want to check in code.
- 5Build the matching folder. Open the project folder for that lesson and build it with the build tool its files use, since the README does not give build commands.
- 6Compare code with the article. Trace the classes and configuration against the explanation to see how the feature is wired.
What SpringAll is and who it is for
SpringAll is a set of tutorial source code. The README describes it as the source for the Spring series on the author's blog, covering Spring Boot, Spring Boot with Shiro, Spring Cloud, and Spring Security with Spring Security OAuth2. Each lesson is a link to a Chinese article on the author's site, and the code is meant to be read alongside that article.
It fits developers who read Chinese and want a step-by-step path through Spring Boot, Java developers who want working Spring Security or OAuth2 examples, and engineers who want a reference for Spring Cloud components such as Eureka, Nacos, or Sentinel.
Check the prerequisites before you start
The README names Java as the language but does not list a specific JDK version. It also does not state whether the projects use Maven or Gradle, so check the build files in each lesson folder once you have cloned the repository.
Because the README and the linked articles are in Chinese, reading them is part of the setup. Readers who do not read Chinese will find the code useful but will have a harder time following the explanations.
- Java, with the exact version to be confirmed from each project
- Maven or Gradle, as the project files indicate
- A Chinese reading ability for the articles and README
Get the code and build a project
Clone the repository from GitHub with the command below. The projects are organised by lesson number and topic, so after cloning, open the folder for the lesson you are studying and build it with the build tool its files use.
The README does not give separate build or run commands, so do not assume any particular ones. Look for the project's own build file in the lesson directory and follow what is there.
git clone https://github.com/wuyouzhuguli/SpringAllFollow the lessons in topic order
The README groups lessons by topic. Spring Boot has about 35 numbered lessons, from basic configuration and MyBatis to WebSocket and WebFlux. Spring Boot with Shiro covers authentication, authorization, and session management. Spring Boot with Spring Security covers custom authentication, captcha, remember-me, and OAuth2 single sign-on.
The Spring Cloud section covers Eureka, Ribbon, Hystrix, Feign, Zuul, Config, and Consul, plus Spring Cloud Alibaba topics for Nacos and Sentinel. There are also sections for Dubbo with Zookeeper and for Spring Batch, and a short section on core Spring internals such as bean lifecycle and AOP.
- Start with Spring Boot basics before moving to Security or Cloud
- Read the linked article, then open the matching folder and run through the code
- Use the topic lists to choose one area at a time instead of reading everything in order
Use the code as a learning reference, not production code
The README describes the code as tutorial source code. It is meant to show how features are wired together, not to serve as a hardened base for a production system. Treat each example as a worked lesson and check the security, configuration, and dependency choices yourself before reusing anything.
The README also notes that the series is still being updated, so some topics may be missing or incomplete at any given time.
What people use it for
- Learning Spring Boot configuration, MyBatis, and Redis caching step by step from a Chinese tutorial
- Studying how Spring Security custom authentication, captcha, and remember-me are implemented
- Looking up a working example of Spring Cloud Alibaba Nacos or Sentinel setup
- Reviewing how Spring Batch readers, writers, and listeners fit together
Frequently asked questions
Is SpringAll free to use?
SpringAll is released under the MIT licence, as stated in the project information. Check the licence file in the repository for the full terms before reusing any code.
What do I need to install to run SpringAll?
The README names Java as the language but does not specify a version or a build tool. Check each lesson folder for its build file, which will indicate whether Maven or Gradle is used.
Are the SpringAll tutorials in English?
No. The README and the linked articles on mrbird.cc are in Chinese, so readers who do not read Chinese will find the explanations hard to follow, though the code can still be studied.
Can I use SpringAll code in a production project?
The README describes it as tutorial source code, not production-ready code. Review and harden any part you plan to reuse, especially security and configuration.
What are good alternatives to SpringAll?
Comparable projects include spring-petclinic, spring-boot-examples, spring-security-samples, and JavaGuide. Pick based on whether you want a sample app, a set of focused examples, or a broader study guide.
Which SpringAll topics are most useful for Spring Cloud?
The Spring Cloud section covers Eureka, Ribbon, Hystrix, Feign, Zuul, Config, and Consul, and the Spring Cloud Alibaba part covers Nacos and Sentinel. Choose the component you need and read its lesson first.
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Our verdict
SpringAll suits developers who read Chinese and want a free, MIT-licensed set of worked Spring examples that map to a step-by-step article series. It is a poor choice if you need production-ready code, need English documentation, or want a single maintained framework to depend on.
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