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A build tool that automates software development processes like compiling code, packaging, and running tests.

A file where you define tasks for Ant to perform, such as compiling code, generating documentation, or deploying your application.

A tag in the 'build.xml' file that prints text to the console. It's used for displaying information or debugging.

A tag that compiles Java source code. It's used to convert your Java code into bytecode that can be executed.

A tag that creates a JAR (Java Archive) file from your compiled Java code and other resources.

A tag used to define the main class of a Java application. It's used to indicate the entry point for your program.

A tag in 'build.xml' that defines a sequence of tasks to be executed. It helps organize the build process.

A tag that defines a set of files to be included in the build process. It helps organize files into folders.

A tag that defines the classpath for your application, enabling Ant to find and use external libraries.

A tag that deletes files or directories. It's used to clean up the build process.

A tag that creates a new directory. It's used to organize your project files.

To streamline the creation of software by automating tasks, minimizing manual errors, and ensuring consistency.

By defining a clear and well-structured configuration file, Ant helps separate the build logic from the actual application code.

By specifying dependencies and managing libraries in the Ant build file, you can compile and run your application without worrying about missing libraries.

Ant uses XML (Extensible Markup Language) to define the build process. XML is a human-readable format, making it easier to understand and modify the build configuration.

It involves a series of steps like cleaning up old code, compiling new code, packaging, and deploying the application. Ant automates these tasks.

Ant is helpful for both developers and operations teams by automating the process of deploying software to different environments (development, test, production).

Ant's ability to automate tasks like cleaning up older code, compiling new source code, and packaging the application speeds up the development process.