The video introduces Maven as a tool for dependency and build management in Selenium automation projects, highlighting its ability to automatically manage and update dependencies, such as Selenium WebDriver and browser drivers, across a development team. It explains the installation process of Maven, including setting up environment variables, and emphasizes its importance in maintaining consistency and efficiency in project development.

This chapter introduces Maven as a crucial tool for managing dependencies and builds in Selenium automation projects. It highlights the challenges of manual dependency management and how Maven simplifies the process by automatically handling updates and ensuring consistency across development teams.

This chapter provides a step-by-step guide on setting up Apache Maven on a local machine, including downloading, unzipping, and configuring environment variables. It also explains Maven's role in dependency management and build processes, particularly in integration with tools like Jenkins and Eclipse.