SessionFactory

A SessionFactory is a core component in Hibernate, a Java-based framework for working with databases. It acts as a factory that creates and manages sessions, which are like connections or conversations with the database. Think of it as a heavyweight, thread-safe object that is created once during application startup and used to generate lightweight session objects whenever database operations are needed. This setup improves efficiency, ensures consistent configuration, and manages resources effectively, enabling developers to interact with databases in a structured and manageable way.