Hibernate Mapping File
General Information
| Title | HBM File Extension |
| Extension | .hbm |
| Full Form | Hibernate Mapping File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | Hibernate Community |
| MIME Type | application/xml |
File Function
| Primary Function | Map objects |
| Additional Functions | Database integration |
| Features | XML-based, Portable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on mapping |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Object-Relational Mapping | Yes |
| Data Persistence | Yes |
| Database Schema Generation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Sensitive data exposure |
| Best Practices | Encryption, Validation |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2001 |
| Latest Version | Hibernate ORM 5.6.5.Final (2022) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cfg.xml, .java, .class |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Hibernate Framework |
Free | Cross-platform |
 Eclipse IDE |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 IntelliJ IDEA |
Free, Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |