UberJar
A Java Uber-JAR, also known as a fat JAR, is a single executable JAR (Java ARchive) file that contains all the necessary dependencies, libraries, and resources required to run a Java application. It is called an “Uber-JAR” because it bundles everything into one “uber” package, making it easy to distribute and deploy.
Here are some key characteristics of a Java Uber-JAR:
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Self-contained: An Uber-JAR includes all the dependencies and resources needed for the application to run. It does not rely on external libraries or a classpath setup.
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Simplicity: It simplifies deployment because you only need to distribute one file. There’s no need to manage multiple JAR files or a complex directory structure.
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Portability: Being a single file, it is very portable. You can easily move it around or share it with others without worrying about missing depe