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JSTL and expression language

 
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Is it necessary to use Expression Language while using JSTL ? Or we can use any language (Perl, Java etc) with JSTL syntax ?

If its must to learn Expression Language, where can we find tutorial for Expression Language ?

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EL is used to quickly access bean properties, Array and Collection contents. Also for mathematic operations and conditional checks.
On it's most complex level you can even create EL functions.

It's syntax is also 'eye-friendly' for non-developers.

You can also use EL in conjunction with JSTL, the most common way is using a runtime expression.

This code demonstrates:


As for the tutorial, check here:

http://java.sun.com/j2ee/1.4/docs/tutorial/doc/JSPIntro7.html
 
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Why not just read the EL Specification?
 
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