Repository Interfaces:Similar to other Spring Data modules, Spring Data LDAP encourages the use of repository interfaces. These interfaces define methods for common LDAP operations such as searching, creating, updating, and deleting LDAP entries.
Annotation-Based Configuration: Spring Data LDAP uses annotations to map Java domain objects to LDAP entries and attributes. Annotations like @Entry, @Attribute, and @DnAttribute are used to annotate Java classes and fields, specifying their relationship to LDAP directory entries.
Custom Query Methods: Spring Data LDAP supports custom query methods in repository interfaces. You can create repository methods with method names that follow a naming convention, and Spring Data LDAP will automatically generate LDAP queries based on the method names.
LDAP Templates: Spring Data LDAP provides an LdapTemplate class that simplifies low-level LDAP operations, such as searching, binding, and modifying entries. It abstracts away the complexities of working directly with the Java Naming and Directory Interface (JNDI).
LDAP ContextSource: To configure and connect to an LDAP server, Spring Data LDAP uses the LdapContextSource class. You can configure the connection details (e.g., URL, username, password) and other properties through this class.
Password Encoding: Spring Data LDAP supports encoding and decoding passwords, which is essential when dealing with LDAP directories that store password attributes.
Integration with Spring Boot: Spring Data LDAP can be easily integrated into Spring Boot applications, allowing for easy configuration and setup of LDAP data sources.
Pagination and Sorting:Spring Data LDAP provides built-in support for paginating and sorting LDAP query results, helping manage large LDAP directory data efficiently.
Event Listening: You can use event listeners to respond to LDAP directory-related events, such as entry creation, modification, or deletion.
