[Solved] How can you combine YAML and properties files to manage configuration in Spring Boot? — Ans: Use both files with same keys; properties override YAML | Spring Boot

Spring Boot - Application Configuration

How can you combine YAML and properties files to manage configuration in Spring Boot?

AUse <code>application.yml</code> for common config and <code>application.properties</code> for overrides

BSpring Boot does not support mixing YAML and properties

CUse both files with same keys; properties override YAML

DUse YAML only for logging config

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand Spring Boot config precedence
Spring Boot loads both YAML and properties; last loaded overrides earlier.
Step 2: Check mixing rules
Properties file overrides YAML if keys overlap.
Final Answer:
Use both files with same keys; properties override YAML -> Option C
Quick Check:
Properties override YAML when keys conflict [OK]

Quick Trick: Properties override YAML if keys overlap [OK]

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