Java Database Connectivity
Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) is a Java API that enables Java applications to interact with relational databases. It provides a standard interface for connecting to databases, executing SQL queries, and processing results, abstracting vendor-specific details. JDBC is part of the Java Standard Edition platform and is widely used for database operations in enterprise applications.
Developers should learn JDBC when building Java applications that require persistent data storage in relational databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle. It is essential for tasks such as data retrieval, updates, and transaction management in server-side applications, web services, and desktop tools. JDBC serves as a foundational skill for working with higher-level frameworks like Hibernate or Spring Data JPA, which build upon its capabilities.