Question

In order to get a file I can use the following dependency

<dependencies>
  <dependency>
    <groupId>some group</groupId>
    <artifactId>art</artifactId>    
    <version>1</version>
    <type>some type</type>
    <scope>system</scope>    
    <systemPath>path to file</systemPath>
  </dependency>
</dependencies>

What can I do in order to get a directory?

Answer 1

Maven works with jar dependencies. It appears you want to create and use your own local repository.

Please refer How do I Create a Jar And Install It In My Local Repository from Maven Docs.

Hope it helps.