Maven vs. the World: Why Gradle Won (But Maven Still Rules in Banking)

In the Java ecosystem, the build tool debate often generates strong opinions. As Martin Fowler, renowned software architect, observes: “Maven’s rigidity is actually its strength in enterprise environments. The very constraints that frustrate some developers make it invaluable for large organizations needing reproducibility and control.” This tension between flexibility and standardization lies at the heart …

Apr 18, 2025 - 09:03
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Maven vs. the World: Why Gradle Won (But Maven Still Rules in Banking)
In the Java ecosystem, the build tool debate often generates strong opinions. As Martin Fowler, renowned software architect, observes: “Maven’s rigidity is actually its strength in enterprise environments. The very constraints that frustrate some developers make it invaluable for large organizations needing reproducibility and control.” This tension between flexibility and standardization lies at the heart …