What are the steps to set up a Spring Boot project?

The steps for setting up a Spring Boot project are as follows:

1. Install Java Development Kit (JDK): Make sure you have installed the appropriate version of JDK and have set the JAVA_HOME environment variable.
2. Download and install a build tool (such as Maven or Gradle): Choose a build tool to manage and build your project.
3. Create a project: Create a new Spring Boot project using either the command line or an integrated development environment (IDE).
4. Add the Spring Boot dependency: Include the Spring Boot dependency in the project’s build file, such as pom.xml or build.gradle.
5. Write code: create and write your Java classes and other resource files to implement your business logic.
6. Run the project: Run the project using a build tool, or run the Spring Boot application class in an IDE.
7. Test tasks: Write unit tests and integration tests to verify the correctness and performance of the project.
8. Deploy the project: package the project into an executable JAR file or WAR file, and deploy it to your chosen server or cloud platform.

The above steps are just a basic setup process, specific details and configurations may vary depending on your project requirements and personal preferences.