How to Use @Getter and @Setter Annotations in Java

What are @Getter and @Setter annotations in Java and how do I use them?

import lombok.Getter;
import lombok.Setter;

public class User {
    @Getter
    @Setter
    private String name;

    @Getter
    @Setter
    private int age;
}

In Java, the @Getter and @Setter annotations, provided by the Lombok library, are used to generate getter and setter methods automatically at compile time. This can significantly reduce boilerplate code in your Java classes.

import lombok.Getter;
import lombok.Setter;

public class Product {
    @Getter
    @Setter
    private String productName;

    @Getter
    @Setter
    private double price;
}

Causes

• The need to simplify code by reducing boilerplate when creating getters and setters manually.
• Improving readability and maintainability of your code by keeping it clean.

Solutions

• Install the Lombok library in your project.
• Annotate your class attributes with @Getter and @Setter for automatic method generation.
• Ensure your IDE has Lombok support enabled to recognize these annotations.

Mistake: Forgetting to include the Lombok library in your project dependencies.

Solution: Add the Lombok dependency to your Maven or Gradle build configuration.

Mistake: Not enabling annotation processing in your IDE settings.

Solution: Check your IDE settings to ensure annotation processing is turned on.