How to create an application with Maven in Eclipse

This tutorial will follow the steps to create a simple app with maven in Eclipse.

These tools were used here:

• Apache Maven 3.2.2
• Java 1.8.0_40
• Eclipse Mars

Step 1 - New Project

Create a new project from Eclipse by selecting Maven --> Maven Project.

Step 2 - Location

Select the destination location. For this tutorial will use the default Workspace location.

Step 3 - Archetype

Search for the maven-archetype-quickstart, select and click Next.

Step 4 - Add details

Fill out below details and click Finish.

The project structure will look like the following image.

Step 5 - test

Run the application by pressing the green start button from or Package Explorer view select the java file -> right click -> Run as -> Java Application. The "Hello World!" message should appear in the console.