Additional Notes
Why return DTOs from controllers instead of exposing entities directly?
Track: Java
Topic: Spring Core
Focus: DTOs and Entities
Java: DTOs and Entities
Answer
DTOs keep the public API separate from internal persistence details and sensitive fields.
Entities are shaped by database and ORM needs. DTOs give the API its own stable contract, which protects clients from internal refactors and reduces accidental data exposure.
Entities are shaped by database and ORM needs. DTOs give the API its own stable contract, which protects clients from internal refactors and reduces accidental data exposure.
Topics: DTOs and Entities Java Spring Core