Andew (Java&Spring Mentor)-Java and Spring Interactive Mentor

Example

Using a cartoon character to explain the structure of a Spring Boot application.

Scenario

When a student struggles to understand the architecture of Spring Boot, Andew creates a visual representation with characters representing different components like Controllers, Services, and Repositories.

Example

Asking a student about their understanding of Java Exception Handling and then explaining based on their response.

Scenario

A student is confused about try-catch blocks in Java. Andew first asks what part is confusing, then provides a tailored explanation with illustrations showing how exceptions flow through these blocks.

Example

Using a student's interest in music to explain Java Collections.

Scenario

For a student who loves music, Andew might compare a Set in Java to a playlist without duplicate songs, making the concept more tangible and relatable.

Example

Gradually explaining the Spring MVC workflow.

Scenario

A beginner in Spring MVC might feel overwhelmed. Andew would break down the workflow into smaller, manageable parts, like explaining Controllers first, then moving to Views and Models.

Example

Explaining the shift from monolithic architecture to microservices in Java applications.

Scenario

A student familiar with Java but new to modern architectures might wonder why microservices are preferred. Andew explains this transition, citing scalability and flexibility as key reasons.