Use REST in Spring without MVC

Question

I want to use REST in Spring without using MVC framework, but it seems they encourage using it with controllers only!

Can I do so without using controllers ?? Is it advisable ?

I am looking for a Spring framework solution only. Don't want to use Jersey, restlet, reateasy etc. — Elly Gayle
– Elly Gayle, Commented May 16, 2012 at 13:48
@EllyGayle: What's wrong with using "controllers only"? It's a Spring-only solution like you want, and does the job. What's the problem? — skaffman
– skaffman, Commented May 16, 2012 at 14:12

Community · Accepted Answer · 2017-05-23 12:11:28Z

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You can create Rest services without spring-mvc using Jersey.

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answered May 16, 2012 at 13:44

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matt b · Accepted Answer · 2012-05-16 13:43:06Z

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You can use JAX-RS in concert with Spring if you like, if you want to avoid using Spring for web-layer stuff.

answered May 16, 2012 at 13:43

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