How to create a user registration form in pure Java

user registration form in 100% java

Learn how to create a responsive signup form with error handling and cross-field validation written in pure Java. Last updated September 2024.

In this guide, we create a standard registration form with error handling and cross-field validation. This signup form is developed entirely in pure Java using Vaadin Flow (no HTML or JavaScript involved). What’s more, the form is responsive, meaning that it automatically adjusts its content to fit different screen sizes. You can explore the full source code on GitHub

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