Build SOAP Web Services with Spring

Name: Build SOAP Web Services with Spring
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How to implement and test a contract first SOAP web service with Spring Web Services

Created byNicolaas Kock

Last updated 9/2025

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What you'll learn

Mastering SOAP web services using Spring, building robust APIs, and integrating with real-world applications.
How to implement & test a contract first SOAP Web Service with Spring Web Services, IntelliJ and SoapUI.
How to create a SOAP Client with Spring Boot that will hit your working SOAP Spring Web Services Endpoint.
How to refactor the Maven Archetype Spring SOAP Web Service to a Spring Boot SOAP Service

Course content

5 sections • 24 lectures • 2h 22m total length

SOAP with Spring35:10
Preview of version 2 Understanding SOAP Web Services

In this lesson, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol) Web Services and learn how to implement them using Spring Web Services. This course covers the following key topics:

[SOAP Web Services Overview](https://nicordesignsllc.github.io/JakartaJEEWebDevelopment/jee8springsoap.html#soap-web-services-overview)
- An introduction to SOAP Web Services, including the basic principles and architecture.

[Using Spring Web Services for SOAP - XML, XSD, and WSDL](https://nicordesignsllc.github.io/JakartaJEEWebDevelopment/jee8springsoap.html#using-spring-web-services-for-soap-xml-xsd-and-wsdl)
- Learn how to define XML schemas (XSD) and Web Services Description Language (WSDL) to structure and describe your SOAP messages.

[Using Spring Web Services for SOAP - Maven Archetype](https://nicordesignsllc.github.io/JakartaJEEWebDevelopment/jee8springsoap.html#using-spring-web-services-for-soap-maven-archetype)
- Discover how to use Maven Archetypes to quickly set up a Spring Web Services project for SOAP.

[Using Spring Web Services for SOAP - Maven Dependencies](https://nicordesignsllc.github.io/JakartaJEEWebDevelopment/jee8springsoap.html#using-spring-web-services-for-soap-maven-dependencies)
- Understand the necessary Maven dependencies required to build and run a SOAP-based Spring Web Services project.

[Using Spring Web Services for SOAP - Spring Configuration](https://nicordesignsllc.github.io/JakartaJEEWebDevelopment/jee8springsoap.html#using-spring-web-services-for-soap-spring-configuration)
- Dive into the Spring configuration needed to set up SOAP endpoints and manage the application context.

[Testing our Spring SOAP Endpoints](https://nicordesignsllc.github.io/JakartaJEEWebDevelopment/jee8springsoap.html#testing-our-spring-soap-endpoints)
- Learn how to test your SOAP endpoints effectively to ensure they are functioning correctly.

By the end of this lesson, you will have the knowledge and skills to create, configure, and test SOAP Web Services using Spring Web Services. This will enable you to build robust and interoperable web services for enterprise-level applications.

What does our XML elements look like?3:19
What does our XML elements look like?
From XML to XSD to WSDL Part 14:36
Learn how to manually generate the WSDL with the Help of IntelliJ.
From XML to XSD to WSDL Part 23:41
Learn how to manually generate the WSDL with the Help of IntelliJ.
From XML to XSD to WSDL Part 38:51
Learn how to manually generate the WSDL with the Help of IntelliJ.
Are you using a version of Java later than Java 8 ?0:41
The XML packages have been deprecated from the Java language as of Java 9 and completely removed as of Java 11
Creating the SOAP Web Services Project in IntelliJ Part 14:17

Walkthrough of using the Maven Archetype to create a SOAP Project with Spring Web Services
Creating the SOAP Web Services Project in IntelliJ Part 24:29
Walkthrough of using the Maven Archetype to create a SOAP Project with Spring Web Services
Creating the SOAP Web Services Project in IntelliJ Overview6:10
Creating the SOAP Web Services Project in IntelliJ Overview and writing our first Java Code!

Implenting the SOAP Web Service Endpoint in IntelliJ5:24
Preview of coding and configuration changes in the Maven-generated Spring Web Services project inside IntelliJ
Getting Spring Web Services to generate the SOAP WSDL for us5:06
Walkthrough of configuration and coding in IntelliJ to create a working project, that can serve an automated WSDL document.
Writing the Spring Web Service SOAP Endpoint and Service classes7:09
Creating the Service Layer class and Implementation. Implementing the actual Spring SOAP Endpoint.
Testing the SOAP Endpoint with SOAP-UI5:39
Testing the Spring Web Service SOAP Endpoint with SOAP-UI
Q & A : How can we handle custom <SOAP-ENV:Header> elements?0:43
We will add a custom SOAP Header Element in our SoapUI Client Test and add code to our SOAP Endpoint class that will read the Header Element and add the very same SOAP Header Element to our SOAP Response

1. Bonus Lecture - SOAP Client with Spring Boot7:31
How to use Spring Boot with Spring Web Services to create a SOAP Client that can interact with our SOAP Web Service.
2. Bonus Lecture - SOAP Client with Spring Boot11:58
How to use Spring Boot with Spring Web Services to create a SOAP Client that can interact with our SOAP Web Service.
1. Bonus Lecture - SOAP Server with Spring Boot 16:58
How to create the SOAP Service Endpoint with Spring Boot and Spring Web Services
2. Bonus Lecture - SOAP Server with Spring Boot7:07
How to create the SOAP Service Endpoint with Spring Boot and Spring Web Services
3. Bonus Lecture - SOAP Server with Spring Boot3:23
How to create the SOAP Service Endpoint with Spring Boot and Spring Web Services
The Finish Line1:15
Bonus Lecture - Discounts0:01

Requirements

Be able to use IntelliJ
Understand Java
Some knowledge of XML and XSD
Some knowledge of Maven

Description

Master SOAP Web Services with Spring: Build, Test, and Deploy Like a Pro

Unlock the power of SOAP web services with Spring in this hands-on, project-based course! Designed for Java developers and Spring enthusiasts, this course guides you step-by-step to create robust, production-ready SOAP APIs using Spring Web Services and Spring Boot.

What You’ll Learn:

Set Up a Spring Web Services Project: Use the Spring Web Services Maven Archetype in IntelliJ to kickstart your project with a professional boilerplate setup.
Generate WSDL Automatically: Configure your Spring application to create a SOAP WSDL file dynamically from XML and XSD input/output documents.
Build a Robust Service Layer: Develop a clean, reusable service layer with Java interfaces and implementations to connect to backend resources.
Create SOAP Endpoints: Write modern, annotation-based SOAP endpoints using Spring’s powerful @Annotations for seamless integration.
Test with Confidence: Validate your SOAP endpoints using the open-source SoapUI testing tool to ensure reliability and functionality.
Bonus #1: Build a SOAP Client: Create a Spring Boot-based SOAP client to interact with your working SOAP endpoint.
Bonus #2: Modernize Your Service: Repackage your Spring SOAP web service as a Spring Boot application for streamlined deployment.

Why Take This Course?

Hands-On Learning: Build real-world SOAP web services with practical, step-by-step guidance.
Industry-Relevant Skills: Master SOAP, Spring, and Spring Boot—technologies widely used in enterprise applications.
Certification: Earn a Udemy certificate to showcase your expertise.
Beginner to Intermediate Friendly: Perfect for Java developers with basic Spring knowledge looking to specialize in web services.

Who Is This Course For?

Java developers wanting to master SOAP web services.
Spring developers aiming to build enterprise-grade APIs.
Backend developers seeking practical skills in Spring Web Services and Spring Boot.

Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of Java and Spring is recommended. All tools (IntelliJ, SoapUI, Maven) are free and easy to set up.

Enroll and start building professional SOAP web services with Spring today! Level up your Java backend development skills and stand out in the tech industry.

Who this course is for:

Java developers, Spring enthusiasts, or professionals aiming to enhance their backend development skills.
Java Developers who need to Implement a SOAP Web Service with Spring Web Service
Testers who need to test a SOAP WebService with SoapUI
Java Developers who need to implement a SOAP Client with Spring Web Services using Spring Boot
Java Developers who need to implement a SOAP Server with Spring Web Services using Spring Boot

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Preview of SOAP with Spring and Jakarta JEE8 using Eclipse - Updated Course1 lecture • 35min

Introduction3 lectures • 9min

SOAP Web Services with IntelliJ8 lectures • 36min

Implenting the SOAP Web Service Endpoint5 lectures • 24min

Conclusion7 lectures • 38min

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