Presentation 1
Presentation 1
What is ORM?
• Definition: Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) is a technique for
converting data between incompatible type systems in object-
oriented programming languages.
• Purpose: Allows interaction with a database using object-
oriented paradigms, simplifying data manipulation.
• Benefits:
• Abstraction: Hides the complexity of SQL queries.
• Productivity: Reduces boilerplate code.
• Maintainability: Easier schema evolution and application maintenance.
Introduction to Hibernate
• Components:
• Configuration: Defines the settings for Hibernate, including database connection
and mappings.
• SessionFactory: Responsible for creating sessions; a heavyweight object designed
to be instantiated once.
• Session: Represents a single-threaded unit of work; used for CRUD operations and
querying.
• Transaction: Manages transaction boundaries, ensuring data integrity.
• Query: Executes HQL (Hibernate Query Language) queries to interact with the
database.
Hibernate Configuration
• Caching Mechanisms:
• First-Level Cache: Automatically managed within the
session; ensures data consistency during the session.
• Second-Level Cache: Configurable cache that spans
multiple sessions, improving performance by reducing
database access.
• Best Practices:
• Use Transactions Wisely: Ensure data integrity and
consistency.
• Optimize Fetching Strategies: Avoid issues like the N+1
problem by using appropriate fetch types.
• Monitor Performance: Regularly review and optimize query
performance and caching configurations.
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