Do You Really Need Hibernate

Explore the alternatives to Hibernate in database-centric applications through this conference talk from Spring I/O 2023. Examine the architecture of database-centric applications and question the necessity of comprehensive object/relational mapping (ORM) for all projects. Learn how pure SQL, combined with jOOQ and nested Java Records, can simplify data access and avoid common ORM problems like the n+1 select issue. Discover the potential benefits of using jOOQ alongside JPA/Hibernate to leverage the strengths of both approaches. Access accompanying slides and a GitHub repository to further enhance your understanding of the concepts presented.