GWT Maven Example
Overview
Finally, a working example combining a multi-project maven build together with GWT 2.
This example is based on the GWT webapp created by the Maven GWT Plugin archetype.
I created this example as I was unable to find any working example on the net. The example doesn't just compile via Maven, but I was also able to run it in IntelliJ IDEA 11.1 Ultimate.
Running via Maven in GWT Dev Mode
In order to run the example via Maven in GWT Dev Mode, you need to do:
- Start the web application in Tomcat 7 via Maven
- Start GWT Dev Mode via Maven
- Run the application in your browser
To accomplish the first point, issue the following Maven command on a shell:
mvn clean install
mvn tomcat7:run-war-only
Your application is now deployed at http://127.0.0.1:8082/parent/.
Now, you need to start GWT Dev Mode. Open a second shell and execute:
mvn gwt:run -pl web
On success, the GWT Dev Mode window opens. Click Launch Default Browser to open it in GWT Dev Mode.
You can now make changes to your client Java code. Changes become immediately available as soon as you reloaded your page in the browser.
Feedback
Feedback is very welcome! You can reach me via:
- Email - seb-DOT-kde-AT-hpfsc.de
- Web - sebstein.hpfsc.de
- Twitter - @stein2
License
Public Domain