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Description

  • Add comprehensive Gradle documentation in .gradle-docs/ directory

  • Create 8 detailed markdown files covering setup, usage, tasks, and troubleshooting

  • Enhance gradle.properties with extensive configuration options and comments

  • Document pure Gradle build conversion from hybrid Ant/Gradle system


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  A["Documentation Files"] -->|8 new markdown files| B[".gradle-docs/"]
  C["gradle.properties"] -->|Enhanced with comments| D["Build Configuration"]
  B --> E["README.md - Overview"]
  B --> F["USAGE.md - Commands"]
  B --> G["TASKS.md - Reference"]
  B --> H["TROUBLESHOOTING.md - Issues"]
  B --> I["INSTALLATION.md - Setup"]
  B --> J["CONVERSION_SUMMARY.md - Migration"]
  B --> K["ANT_REMOVAL.md - Changes"]
  B --> L["INDEX.md - Navigation"]
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Documentation
9 files
README.md
Overview and quick start guide for Gradle build                   
+258/-0 
USAGE.md
Complete Gradle commands and usage reference                         
+603/-0 
TASKS.md
Detailed documentation for all 15 Gradle tasks                     
+788/-0 
TROUBLESHOOTING.md
Common issues and solutions for Gradle build                         
+726/-0 
INSTALLATION.md
Gradle installation and PATH configuration guide                 
+209/-0 
CONVERSION_SUMMARY.md
Summary of Ant to pure Gradle build conversion                     
+392/-0 
ANT_REMOVAL.md
Details of removed Ant build files and rationale                 
+292/-0 
INDEX.md
Documentation index and navigation guide                                 
+287/-0 
GRADLE_BUILD.md
Quick reference for pure Gradle build system                         
+117/-0 
Configuration changes
1 files
gradle.properties
Enhanced with comprehensive configuration and documentation
+124/-0 
Additional files
6 files
build-bundle.properties +0/-15   
build-bundle.xml +0/-203 
build-commons.properties +0/-34   
build-commons.xml +0/-518 
build-release.properties +0/-37   
build-release.xml +0/-71   

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# Gradle Tasks Reference

Complete reference for all available Gradle tasks in the Bearsampp Development Kit.

## Table of Contents

1. [Build Setup Tasks](#build-setup-tasks)
2. [Build Tasks](#build-tasks)
3. [Verification Tasks](#verification-tasks)
4. [Help Tasks](#help-tasks)
5. [Task Dependencies](#task-dependencies)

## Build Setup Tasks

### initDirs

**Group:** build setup  
**Description:** Initialize build directories

**Usage:**
```powershell


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# Bearsampp - Pure Gradle Build

This project uses a **Pure Gradle** build system with no Ant dependencies.

## 📚 Documentation

All Gradle documentation has been moved to **`.gradle-docs/`** directory:

- **[INDEX.md](INDEX.md)** - Documentation index and navigation
- **[README.md](README.md)** - Overview and quick start
- **[USAGE.md](USAGE.md)** - Complete usage guide
- **[TASKS.md](TASKS.md)** - Detailed task reference
- **[TROUBLESHOOTING.md](TROUBLESHOOTING.md)** - Common issues
- **[INSTALLATION.md](INSTALLATION.md)** - Installation guide
- **[MIGRATION_FROM_ANT.md](.gradle-docs/MIGRATION_FROM_ANT.md)** - Migration notes
- **[CONVERSION_SUMMARY.md](CONVERSION_SUMMARY.md)** - Conversion details

## 🚀 Quick Start

```powershell
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# Troubleshooting Guide

Common issues and solutions for the Bearsampp Gradle build system.

## Table of Contents

1. [Installation Issues](#installation-issues)
2. [Build Failures](#build-failures)
3. [Performance Issues](#performance-issues)
4. [Environment Issues](#environment-issues)
5. [Dependency Issues](#dependency-issues)
6. [Task Execution Issues](#task-execution-issues)

## Installation Issues

### "gradle is not recognized"

**Problem:** Gradle command not found in PATH

**Solutions:**



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# Gradle Build Properties for Bearsampp Development Kit
# Pure Gradle Build (No Ant Dependencies)

# ============================================================================
# JVM SETTINGS
# ============================================================================

# JVM arguments for Gradle daemon
# Increase these values if you experience out of memory errors
org.gradle.jvmargs=-Xmx2048m -XX:MaxMetaspaceSize=512m -XX:+HeapDumpOnOutOfMemoryError -Dfile.encoding=UTF-8

# ============================================================================
# GRADLE DAEMON
# ============================================================================

# Enable Gradle daemon for faster builds (keeps JVM warm)
org.gradle.daemon=true

# Daemon will stop after 3 hours of inactivity
org.gradle.daemon.idletimeout=10800000



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# Gradle Usage Guide

Complete reference for using Gradle with the Bearsampp Development Kit.

## Table of Contents

1. [Installation](#installation)
2. [Basic Commands](#basic-commands)
3. [Build Tasks](#build-tasks)
4. [Advanced Usage](#advanced-usage)
5. [Configuration](#configuration)
6. [Tips & Tricks](#tips--tricks)

## Installation

### Option 1: Use Gradle Wrapper (Recommended)

The project includes Gradle wrapper scripts that automatically download the correct Gradle version:

```powershell
# Windows


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#!/bin/sh

#
# Copyright © 2015-2021 the original authors.
#
# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
# You may obtain a copy of the License at
#
#      https://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
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# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
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# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
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not provide structured context or logging, which may be acceptable for bootstrap scripts
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echo. 1>&2
echo ERROR: JAVA_HOME is not set and no 'java' command could be found in your PATH. 1>&2
echo. 1>&2
echo Please set the JAVA_HOME variable in your environment to match the 1>&2
echo location of your Java installation. 1>&2

goto fail

:findJavaFromJavaHome
set JAVA_HOME=%JAVA_HOME:"=%
set JAVA_EXE=%JAVA_HOME%/bin/java.exe

if exist "%JAVA_EXE%" goto execute

echo. 1>&2
echo ERROR: JAVA_HOME is set to an invalid directory: %JAVA_HOME% 1>&2
echo. 1>&2
echo Please set the JAVA_HOME variable in your environment to match the 1>&2
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# For Cygwin or MSYS, switch paths to Windows format before running java
if "$cygwin" || "$msys" ; then
    APP_HOME=$( cygpath --path --mixed "$APP_HOME" )
    CLASSPATH=$( cygpath --path --mixed "$CLASSPATH" )

    JAVACMD=$( cygpath --unix "$JAVACMD" )

    # Now convert the arguments - kludge to limit ourselves to /bin/sh
    for arg do
        if
            case $arg in                                #(
              -*)   false ;;                            # don't mess with options #(
              /?*)  t=${arg#/} t=/${t%%/*}              # looks like a POSIX filepath
                    [ -e "$t" ] ;;                      #(
              *)    false ;;
            esac
        then
            arg=$( cygpath --path --ignore --mixed "$arg" )
        fi
        # Roll the args list around exactly as many times as the number of


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Make configuration cache opt-in

Disable the Gradle configuration cache by default in gradle.properties to
prevent potential build failures, and instruct users to enable it on an opt-in
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gradle.properties [34]

-org.gradle.configuration-cache=true
+# Enable configuration cache (opt-in to avoid incompatibilities)
+# org.gradle.configuration-cache=true
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Prioritize using the Gradle Wrapper (gradlew) in the installation instructions
instead of a hardcoded path to a local Gradle installation.

.gradle-docs/INSTALLATION.md [9-18]

-### Option 1: Use Full Path (Works Now)
+### Option 1: Use Gradle Wrapper (Recommended, Works Now)
 
-Use the full path to gradle.bat:
+Use the project’s wrapper to ensure the correct Gradle version:
+
+```powershell
+# Windows
+.\gradlew tasks
+.\gradlew info
+.\gradlew verify
+.\gradlew release
+
+# Linux/Mac
+./gradlew tasks
+./gradlew info
+./gradlew verify
+./gradlew release
+```
+
+### Option 2: Use Full Path to a Local Installation
+
+If you must use a locally installed Gradle:
 
 ```powershell
 C:\Gradle\bin\gradle tasks
 C:\Gradle\bin\gradle info
 C:\Gradle\bin\gradle verify
 C:\Gradle\bin\gradle release


- [ ] **Apply / Chat** <!-- /improve --apply_suggestion=1 -->


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**Update the prerequisites to recommend using the Gradle Wrapper instead of <br>requiring a system-wide Gradle installation, making the <code>PATH</code> requirement <br>optional.**

[.gradle-docs/README.md [11-13]](https://github.com/Bearsampp/dev/pull/38/files#diff-964df91d9863f52c526c4793242b7b3fa5087dd9a6eb692d6c947080c719f921R11-R13)

```diff
-- ✓ Gradle 8.0+ (recommended: 9.2.0)
+- ✓ Gradle Wrapper (recommended; included in repo)
+- ✓ Or Gradle 8.0+ installed system-wide (optional)
 - ✓ Java 11+ (tested with Java 23.0.2)
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.gradle-docs/TROUBLESHOOTING.md [31-39]

-2. **Add Gradle to PATH:**
+2. **Add Gradle to PATH (if not using wrapper):**
+   - Recommended: Use the Windows UI (Environment Variables) to add `C:\Gradle\bin` to the System PATH to avoid accidental PATH corruption.
+   - Safer PowerShell approach (idempotent):
+
    ```powershell
-   # Windows (PowerShell as Administrator)
-   $env:Path += ";C:\Gradle\bin"
-   [Environment]::SetEnvironmentVariable("Path", $env:Path, "Machine")
-   
-   # Verify
+   # Run in an elevated PowerShell
+   $gradleBin = 'C:\Gradle\bin'
+   $current = [Environment]::GetEnvironmentVariable('Path','Machine')
+   if (-not ($current -split ';' | Where-Object { $_ -eq $gradleBin })) {
+     [Environment]::SetEnvironmentVariable('Path', ($current.TrimEnd(';') + ';' + $gradleBin), 'Machine')
+   }
+
+   # Verify after opening a new shell
    gradle --version
    ```
 
+   Note: Prefer using the project wrapper: `.\gradlew --version`
+
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.gradle-docs/USAGE.md [16-26]

 ### Option 1: Use Gradle Wrapper (Recommended)
 
 The project includes Gradle wrapper scripts that automatically download the correct Gradle version:
 
 ```powershell
 # Windows
+# If execution is blocked, run PowerShell as Administrator:
+# Set-ExecutionPolicy -Scope CurrentUser -ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned
 .\gradlew tasks
 
-# Linux/Mac
+# Linux/Mac (ensure executable bit is set)
+chmod +x ./gradlew
 ./gradlew tasks


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[.gradle-docs/INSTALLATION.md [9-18]](https://github.com/Bearsampp/dev/pull/38/files#diff-1596d22edfdb7d4589498316a941c6a994a45834a676367541f3876d5bbbf7d7R9-R18)

```diff
-    ### Option 1: Use Full Path (Works Now)
+    ### Option 1: Use Gradle Wrapper (Recommended)
 
-    Use the full path to gradle.bat:
+   Use the project-provided Gradle Wrapper to ensure the correct Gradle version:
+
+    ```powershell
+    # Windows
+    .\gradlew tasks
+    .\gradlew info
+    .\gradlew verify
+    .\gradlew release
+
+    # Linux/Mac
+    ./gradlew tasks
+    ./gradlew info
+    ./gradlew verify
+    ./gradlew release
+    ```
+
+    If you cannot use the wrapper, you can temporarily use the full path to a local Gradle install:
 
     ```powershell
     C:\Gradle\bin\gradle tasks
     C:\Gradle\bin\gradle info
     C:\Gradle\bin\gradle verify
     C:\Gradle\bin\gradle release
     ```
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.gradle-docs/README.md [11-40]

-    - ✓ Gradle 8.0+ (recommended: 9.2.0)
+    - ✓ Gradle 8.0+ (use project Gradle Wrapper)
     ...
-    - **Gradle Version:** 8.0+ (recommended 9.2.0)
+    - **Gradle Version:** Wrapper-managed (currently 8.14 via gradlew)
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.gradle-docs/INDEX.md [258]

-    **Gradle Version:** 8.0+ (tested with 9.2.0)
+    **Gradle Version:** Wrapper-managed (currently 8.14 via gradlew)
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.gradle-docs/INSTALLATION.md [106-117]

     ### Creating an Alias (Quick Fix)
 
-    Add this to your PowerShell profile for current session:
+    Note: Prefer using the project `gradlew` when available. A global alias can override or bypass the wrapper and cause version mismatches.
+
+    Add this to your PowerShell session (temporary):
 
     ```powershell
-    # Create alias for current session
+    # Create alias for current session only
     Set-Alias -Name gradle -Value C:\Gradle\bin\gradle.bat
 
-    # Now you can use:
-    gradle tasks
-    gradle info
+    # Prefer wrapper when present
+    if (Test-Path .\gradlew) { .\gradlew tasks } else { gradle tasks }
     ```
 
+    To make it permanent, add to your PowerShell profile with a wrapper-first check:
+
+    ```powershell
+    notepad $PROFILE
+    # Add:
+    function g { param([Parameter(ValueFromRemainingArguments=$true)]$Args)
+      if (Test-Path .\gradlew) { & .\gradlew @Args } else { & C:\Gradle\bin\gradle.bat @Args }
+    }
+    # Usage: g tasks
+    ```
+
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include Gradle sources and documentation, improving the IDE experience for
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-    distributionUrl=https\://services.gradle.org/distributions/gradle-8.14-bin.zip
+    distributionUrl=https\://services.gradle.org/distributions/gradle-8.14-all.zip
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Replace the call to the missing add-gradle-to-path.ps1 script with an explicit
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.gradle-docs/INSTALLATION.md [28-37]

 ### Option 2: Add to PATH (Permanent Solution)
 
 #### Step 1: Run PowerShell as Administrator
 
 Right-click PowerShell → "Run as Administrator"
 
-#### Step 2: Run the setup script
+#### Step 2: Add Gradle to PATH manually via PowerShell
 
 ```powershell
-cd D:\Bearsampp-dev\dev
-.\add-gradle-to-path.ps1
+# System-wide PATH (requires Administrator)
+$gradleBin = 'C:\Gradle\bin'
+$current = [Environment]::GetEnvironmentVariable('Path', 'Machine')
+if ($current -notlike "*$gradleBin*") {
+  [Environment]::SetEnvironmentVariable('Path', "$current;$gradleBin", 'Machine')
+  Write-Host "Added $gradleBin to system PATH."
+} else {
+  Write-Host "$gradleBin already present in system PATH."
+}

+#### Step 3: Restart PowerShell
+
+Close and reopen PowerShell (or restart your computer)
+
+#### Step 4: Test it
+
+powershell +gradle --version +gradle tasks +
+







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**Replace the current PowerShell command for updating the system PATH with a safer <br>method that checks for existence before appending, reducing the risk of <br>corrupting the PATH variable.**

[.gradle-docs/TROUBLESHOOTING.md [31-39]](https://github.com/Bearsampp/dev/pull/38/files#diff-b2766d402b5a3bf2ba92a88871a85c3835cf6ced9173391ffc8af887bc475885R31-R39)

```diff
-2. **Add Gradle to PATH:**
+2. **Add Gradle to PATH (safer method):**
    ```powershell
    # Windows (PowerShell as Administrator)
-   $env:Path += ";C:\Gradle\bin"
-   [Environment]::SetEnvironmentVariable("Path", $env:Path, "Machine")
-   
-   # Verify
+   $gradleBin = 'C:\Gradle\bin'
+   $machinePath = [Environment]::GetEnvironmentVariable('Path', 'Machine')
+   if ($machinePath -notlike "*$gradleBin*") {
+     [Environment]::SetEnvironmentVariable('Path', "$machinePath;$gradleBin", 'Machine')
+     Write-Host "Added $gradleBin to system PATH. Restart your terminal to apply."
+   } else {
+     Write-Host "$gradleBin already present in system PATH."
+   }
+
+   # After restarting the terminal:
    gradle --version
    ```
Suggestion importance[1-10]: 7

__

Why: The suggestion provides a much safer and more robust PowerShell script for modifying the system PATH, preventing potential issues like duplication or truncation, which is a critical improvement for user-facing instructions.

Medium
Prefer Gradle Wrapper usage

Update the prerequisites to prefer the Gradle Wrapper over a system-installed
Gradle and provide gradlew command examples for consistency.

.gradle-docs/README.md [11-13]

-- ✓ Gradle 8.0+ (recommended: 9.2.0)
+- ✓ Gradle Wrapper (preferred) or Gradle 8.0+ (recommended: 9.2.0)
 - ✓ Java 11+ (tested with Java 23.0.2)
-- ✓ Gradle added to System PATH
+- ✓ If not using wrapper: Gradle added to System PATH
 
+### Basic Commands
+
+```powershell
+# Prefer using the Gradle Wrapper for consistent builds
+.\gradlew tasks              # List all available tasks
+.\gradlew info               # Show build configuration
+.\gradlew verify             # Verify build environment
+.\gradlew --version          # Show Gradle version
+
+# If Gradle is installed and on PATH, these also work:
+# gradle tasks
+# gradle info
+# gradle verify
+# gradle --version
+```
+
Suggestion importance[1-10]: 6

__

Why: The suggestion correctly points out an inconsistency and promotes the best practice of using the Gradle Wrapper for consistent builds, which improves the quality and clarity of the documentation.

Low
Warn against version drift; prefer wrapper

Add a warning about version drift when using a global Gradle installation and
recommend using the Gradle Wrapper as the preferred method.

.gradle-docs/USAGE.md [28-39]

 ### Option 2: Install Gradle Globally
+
+Note: For consistent, reproducible builds across environments, prefer the Gradle Wrapper (./gradlew). Use a global Gradle only if necessary.
 
 1. Download Gradle from https://gradle.org/releases/
 2. Extract to a directory (e.g., `C:\Gradle`)
 3. Add to PATH:
    - Windows: Add `C:\Gradle\bin` to System PATH
    - Linux/Mac: Add to `~/.bashrc` or `~/.zshrc`
 
 4. Verify installation:
 ```powershell
+# Preferred: verify via wrapper (no PATH required)
+.\gradlew --version
+
+# Alternatively, verify global Gradle:
 gradle --version


 <!-- /improve --apply_suggestion=3 -->


<details><summary>Suggestion importance[1-10]: 6</summary>

__

Why: This suggestion improves the documentation by promoting the best practice of using the Gradle wrapper to prevent version drift and ensure reproducible builds, which is a valuable clarification for users.

</details></details></td><td align=center>Low

</td></tr><tr><td>



<details><summary>Harmonize version requirements</summary>

___

**Update the Gradle version information to include a recommendation for using the <br>Gradle wrapper, ensuring consistency with other documentation files.**

[.gradle-docs/INDEX.md [258-259]](https://github.com/Bearsampp/dev/pull/38/files#diff-af5073d2cc7efb357e39eeffe998bbbd1d50c1b83b827d86b2985bb8d8dcea27R258-R259)

```diff
-**Gradle Version:** 8.0+ (tested with 9.2.0)  
+**Gradle Version:** 8.0+ (recommended 9.2.0; wrapper preferred)  
 **Java Version:** 11+ (tested with 23.0.2)
Suggestion importance[1-10]: 4

__

Why: The suggestion correctly advocates for consistency across documentation files, and adding a preference for the Gradle wrapper aligns with best practices, improving the overall quality of the docs.

Low
✅ Suggestions up to commit 6dc59e7
CategorySuggestion                                                                                                                                    Impact
General
Align migration doc with pure Gradle
Suggestion Impact:The commit removed the entire previous documentation that claimed local Gradle usage and 100% Ant compatibility, effectively eliminating the incorrect Ant compatibility and local Gradle statements, aligning with a pure Gradle direction.

code diff:

@@ -1,187 +1 @@
-# Bearsampp Development Kit - Gradle Build System
 
-## Overview
-
-The Bearsampp Development Kit now uses **Gradle 9.2.0** from your local installation at `C:\Gradle\bin` with full backward compatibility with Apache Ant.
-
-## Quick Start
-
-### Prerequisites
-
-- ✓ Gradle 9.2.0 installed at `C:\Gradle\bin`
-- ✓ Java 11+ (you have Java 23.0.2)
-- ✓ Gradle added to System PATH
-
-### Basic Commands
-
-```powershell
-# Information
-gradle tasks              # List all available tasks
-gradle info               # Show build configuration
-gradle verify             # Verify build environment
-gradle --version          # Show Gradle version
-
-# Build Setup
-gradle initDirs           # Initialize build directories
-gradle loadLibs           # Download required libraries
-gradle loadAntLibs        # Load libraries using Ant
-
-# Build & Clean
-gradle clean              # Clean build artifacts
-gradle build              # Build project
-gradle hashAll            # Generate hash files
-```
-
-## Ant Compatibility
-
-All existing Ant tasks are available with the `ant-` prefix:
-
-```powershell
-gradle ant-init           # Run Ant init
-gradle ant-load.lib       # Run Ant load.lib
-gradle ant-hash.all       # Run Ant hash.all
-```
-
-**Or use Ant directly (still works):**
-```powershell
-ant release
-ant load.lib
-```
-
-## Configuration
-
-- **Gradle Location:** C:\Gradle\bin
-- **Gradle Version:** 9.2.0
-- **Java Version:** 23.0.2
-- **Build Files:** build.gradle, settings.gradle, gradle.properties
-- **Ant Integration:** 100% compatible
-- **Build Cache:** Enabled
-- **Configuration Cache:** Available
-
-## Key Features
-
-### Performance
-- 2-10x faster builds after first run (build caching)
-- Incremental builds (only rebuilds what changed)
-- Parallel task execution
-- Gradle daemon keeps JVM warm
-
-### Modern Features
-- Configuration cache for faster builds
-- Better dependency management
-- Improved error messages
-- Build scans for performance analysis
-
-### Developer Experience
-- Better IDE support (IntelliJ IDEA, VS Code, Eclipse)
-- Rich plugin ecosystem
-- Cross-platform support
-- Automatic dependency resolution
-
-## Advanced Usage
-
-### Enable Configuration Cache
-```powershell
-gradle tasks --configuration-cache
-```
-
-### Generate Build Scan
-```powershell
-gradle tasks --scan
-```
-
-### Debug Mode
-```powershell
-gradle tasks --debug
-gradle tasks --info
-gradle tasks --stacktrace
-```
-
-### Stop Gradle Daemon
-```powershell
-gradle --stop
-```
-
-## Project Structure
-
-```
-D:/Bearsampp-dev/dev/
-├── build.gradle              # Main Gradle build configuration
-├── settings.gradle           # Project settings
-├── gradle.properties         # Build properties
-├── build/                    # Ant build files (unchanged)
-│   ├── build-commons.xml
-│   ├── build-bundle.xml
-│   └── build-release.xml
-└── Documentation
-    ├── README_GRADLE.md      # This file
-    ├── GRADLE_MIGRATION.md   # Migration guide
-    └── GRADLE_USAGE.md       # Complete usage guide
-```
-
-## Troubleshooting
-
-### "gradle is not recognized"
-
-**Solution:** Restart PowerShell to pick up the PATH changes, or run:
-```powershell
-$env:Path = [System.Environment]::GetEnvironmentVariable("Path","Machine") + ";" + [System.Environment]::GetEnvironmentVariable("Path","User")
-```
-
-### Java version error
-
-Ensure Java 11+ is installed:
-```powershell
-java -version
-```
-
-### Gradle daemon issues
-
-Stop and restart:
-```powershell
-gradle --stop
-gradle tasks
-```
-
-## Migration Path
-
-### Current: Hybrid Mode ✓
-- Both Ant and Gradle work
-- All Ant tasks imported into Gradle
-- Zero breaking changes
-
-### Future: Gradual Migration (Optional)
-1. Convert Ant macros to Gradle tasks one by one
-2. Leverage Gradle 9.2.0 features
-3. Eventually pure Gradle build
-
-## Benefits Summary
-
-✓ **Uses local Gradle** - No wrapper needed  
-✓ **Latest features** - Gradle 9.2.0 with all improvements  
-✓ **Faster builds** - Build cache + incremental compilation  
-✓ **100% Ant compatible** - All existing workflows work  
-✓ **Modern tooling** - Better IDE support and plugins  
-✓ **Simple commands** - Just use `gradle`  
-
-## Documentation
-
-- **README_GRADLE.md** - This file (overview)
-- **GRADLE_MIGRATION.md** - Detailed migration guide
-- **GRADLE_USAGE.md** - Complete command reference
-- **GRADLE_PATH_SOLUTION.md** - PATH troubleshooting
-
-## Support
-
-- **Gradle 9.2.0 Docs:** https://docs.gradle.org/9.2.0/userguide/userguide.html
-- **Gradle User Guide:** https://docs.gradle.org/current/userguide/userguide.html
-- **Migrating from Ant:** https://docs.gradle.org/current/userguide/migrating_from_ant.html
-
----
-
-**Status:** ✓ Ready to use!  
-**Gradle:** 9.2.0 from C:\Gradle\bin  
-**Java:** 23.0.2  
-**Ant Compatibility:** 100%  
-
-**Simply use `gradle` commands from any directory!**

Correct the migration document to state that the build is pure Gradle, uses the
wrapper, and is no longer compatible with Ant, removing factually incorrect
information.

.gradle-docs/MIGRATION_FROM_ANT.md [5]

-The Bearsampp Development Kit now uses **Gradle 9.2.0** from your local installation at `C:\Gradle\bin` with full backward compatibility with Apache Ant.
+The Bearsampp Development Kit now uses a **Pure Gradle** build with no Ant dependencies. Use the included Gradle Wrapper for consistent builds:
 
+```powershell
+# Windows
+.\gradlew tasks
+
+# Linux/macOS
+./gradlew tasks
+```
+
+Ant-based tasks are no longer supported in this build.
+

[Suggestion processed]

Suggestion importance[1-10]: 8

__

Why: The suggestion identifies a critical error in the documentation where it incorrectly states that the build is still compatible with Ant, which contradicts the entire purpose of the PR.

Medium
Prefer Gradle Wrapper over alias

Recommend using the Gradle Wrapper (gradlew) instead of creating a PowerShell
alias for a system-wide Gradle installation to ensure build consistency.

.gradle-docs/INSTALLATION.md [106-117]

-### Creating an Alias (Quick Fix)
+### Use Gradle Wrapper (Recommended)
 
-Add this to your PowerShell profile for current session:
+The project includes Gradle wrapper scripts that ensure the correct Gradle version:
 
 ```powershell
-# Create alias for current session
-Set-Alias -Name gradle -Value C:\Gradle\bin\gradle.bat
+# Windows
+.\gradlew tasks
+.\gradlew info
+.\gradlew verify
+.\gradlew release
 
-# Now you can use:
-gradle tasks
-gradle info
+# Linux/macOS
+./gradlew tasks
+./gradlew info
+./gradlew verify
+./gradlew release

+If you still need a temporary alias for a local Gradle install, ensure the path exists and be aware it may differ per machine:
+
+```powershell
+if (Test-Path 'C:\Gradle\bin\gradle.bat') {

  • Set-Alias -Name gradle -Value C:\Gradle\bin\gradle.bat
    +} else {
  • Write-Warning 'C:\Gradle\bin\gradle.bat not found. Use .\gradlew instead.'
    +}
    +```


 <!-- /improve --apply_suggestion=1 -->


<details><summary>Suggestion importance[1-10]: 7</summary>

__

Why: The suggestion correctly points out that the documentation should promote the use of the Gradle wrapper (`gradlew`), which was added in this PR, instead of relying on a hardcoded, system-specific global installation path.

</details></details></td><td align=center>Medium

</td></tr><tr><td>



<details><summary>Warn against relying on global Gradle</summary>

___

**Update the usage guide to de-emphasize global Gradle installation and add a <br>warning about potential version incompatibilities, recommending the <code>gradlew</code> <br>wrapper instead.**

[.gradle-docs/USAGE.md [28-39]](https://github.com/Bearsampp/dev/pull/38/files#diff-df486389fef15e5735a3d9cb4694dac122839285c93a6fc114b558c562734b30R28-R39)

```diff
-### Option 2: Install Gradle Globally
+### Option 2: Install Gradle Globally (Not required)
+
+The project already includes the Gradle Wrapper and does not require a global installation. If you still choose to install Gradle globally:
 
 1. Download Gradle from https://gradle.org/releases/
 2. Extract to a directory (e.g., `C:\Gradle`)
 3. Add to PATH:
    - Windows: Add `C:\Gradle\bin` to System PATH
    - Linux/Mac: Add to `~/.bashrc` or `~/.zshrc`
-
 4. Verify installation:
 ```powershell
 gradle --version

+Warning: Running gradle may use a different version than the wrapper and lead to inconsistent builds. Prefer ./gradlew or .\\gradlew.
+



 <!-- /improve --apply_suggestion=2 -->


<details><summary>Suggestion importance[1-10]: 6</summary>

__

Why: The suggestion rightly encourages using the Gradle wrapper by adding a warning about the potential issues of using a global Gradle installation, which improves developer experience and build consistency.

</details></details></td><td align=center>Low

</td></tr><tr><td>



<details><summary>Clarify wrapper distribution choice<!-- not_implemented --></summary>

___

**Add a comment to <code>gradle-wrapper.properties</code> to explain the choice between the <br><code>-bin</code> and <code>-all</code> distributions, noting that <code>-all</code> provides better IDE support.**

[gradle/wrapper/gradle-wrapper.properties [3]](https://github.com/Bearsampp/dev/pull/38/files#diff-40640fe1078ece83d7ea8fb67daacd77923a86d13447baf9769660b3b46f2eceR3-R3)

```diff
 distributionUrl=https\://services.gradle.org/distributions/gradle-8.14-bin.zip
+# Note: Use '-all.zip' if you need Gradle sources/javadoc for IDE support:
+# distributionUrl=https\://services.gradle.org/distributions/gradle-8.14-all.zip
Suggestion importance[1-10]: 5

__

Why: The suggestion provides a useful clarification by adding a comment about the difference between -bin and -all Gradle distributions, which can improve the developer experience with IDEs.

Low
Recommend wrapper for Gradle versioning

Clarify in the documentation that the project uses the Gradle wrapper for
versioning, rather than depending on a specific globally installed Gradle
version.

.gradle-docs/INDEX.md [258-259]

-**Gradle Version:** 8.0+ (tested with 9.2.0)  
-**Java Version:** 11+ (tested with 23.0.2)
+**Gradle Version:** Uses the included Wrapper (compatible with 8.0+; validated with 9.2.0)  
+**Java Version:** 11+ (validated with 23.0.2)
Suggestion importance[1-10]: 4

__

Why: This is a good clarification that improves the documentation by promoting the use of the Gradle wrapper and making the versioning information more precise.

Low
Suggestions up to commit 1cd625d
CategorySuggestion                                                                                                                                    Impact
High-level
Remove generated build artifacts from PR

The PR includes generated build reports and cache files from the build/reports/
directory. These files should be removed, and the build directory should be
added to .gitignore.

Examples:

build/reports/configuration-cache/ca0q05y37kut2urdheq39674b/de22mble6upk42t83dl651by1/configuration-cache-report.html [1-654]
<!DOCTYPE html>

<html lang="en">
<head>
    <!-- Required meta tags -->
    <meta charset="utf-8">
    <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1, shrink-to-fit=no">

                    <style type="text/css">
                /*! normalize.css v7.0.0 | MIT License | github.com/necolas/normalize.css */

 ... (clipped 644 lines)
build/reports/problems/problems-report.html [1-654]
<!DOCTYPE html>

<html lang="en">
<head>
    <!-- Required meta tags -->
    <meta charset="utf-8">
    <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1, shrink-to-fit=no">

                    <style type="text/css">
                /*! normalize.css v7.0.0 | MIT License | github.com/necolas/normalize.css */

 ... (clipped 644 lines)

Solution Walkthrough:

Before:

# .gitignore (example - may not exist or is incomplete)
*.log
*.tmp

# PR includes generated files:
# build/reports/configuration-cache/.../configuration-cache-report.html
# build/reports/problems/problems-report.html

After:

# .gitignore
*.log
*.tmp
/build/

# PR should not include generated files.
# The 'build' directory and its contents are ignored by git.
Suggestion importance[1-10]: 9

__

Why: The suggestion correctly identifies that generated build artifacts in the build/reports/ directory are being committed, which is a critical repository management issue that should be fixed by updating .gitignore.

High
Possible issue
Fix critically misleading documentation file

Remove or rewrite the MIGRATION_FROM_ANT.md file because it contains critically
misleading information about Ant compatibility and build setup, which
contradicts the pure-Gradle migration implemented in the PR.

.gradle-docs/MIGRATION_FROM_ANT.md [1-49]

-# Bearsampp Development Kit - Gradle Build System
+(This file should be removed or completely rewritten to reflect the pure-Gradle migration without Ant compatibility.)
 
-## Overview
-
-The Bearsampp Development Kit now uses **Gradle 9.2.0** from your local installation at `C:\Gradle\bin` with full backward compatibility with Apache Ant.
-
-## Quick Start
-
-### Prerequisites
-
-- ✓ Gradle 9.2.0 installed at `C:\Gradle\bin`
-- ✓ Java 11+ (you have Java 23.0.2)
-- ✓ Gradle added to System PATH
-
-### Basic Commands
-
-```powershell
-# Information
-...
-# Build Setup
-...
-gradle loadAntLibs        # Load libraries using Ant
-
-# Build & Clean
-...
-```
-
-## Ant Compatibility
-
-All existing Ant tasks are available with the `ant-` prefix:
-
-```powershell
-gradle ant-init           # Run Ant init
-gradle ant-load.lib       # Run Ant load.lib
-gradle ant-hash.all       # Run Ant hash.all
-```
-
-**Or use Ant directly (still works):**
-```powershell
-ant release
-ant load.lib
-```
-...
-
Suggestion importance[1-10]: 9

__

Why: The suggestion correctly identifies that the MIGRATION_FROM_ANT.md file is critically misleading and completely contradicts the PR's goal and other documentation by incorrectly stating Ant is still supported.

High
Increase Gradle wrapper default memory

Increase the default JVM memory allocation for the gradlew.bat script from 64MB
to 256MB to prevent potential out-of-memory errors.

gradlew.bat [39]

-set DEFAULT_JVM_OPTS="-Xmx64m" "-Xms64m"
+set DEFAULT_JVM_OPTS="-Xmx256m" "-Xms256m"
Suggestion importance[1-10]: 6

__

Why: The suggestion correctly identifies that the default 64MB memory for the Gradle wrapper is low and could cause OutOfMemoryError, proposing a reasonable increase to improve build script robustness.

Low
URL-encode SVG data for compatibility

URL-encode special characters like < and > in the SVG data URIs for
.tree-btn.collapsed and .tree-btn.expanded to improve browser compatibility.

build/reports/problems/problems-report.html [269-275]

 .tree-btn.collapsed {
-    background-image: url('data:image/svg+xml;utf8,<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 192 512"><path d="M166.9 264.5l-117.8 116c-4.7 4.7-12.3 4.7-17 0l-7.1-7.1c-4.7-4.7-4.7-12.3 0-17L127.3 256 25.1 155.6c-4.7-4.7-4.7-12.3 0-17l7.1-7.1c4.7-4.7 12.3-4.7 17 0l117.8 116c4.6 4.7 4.6 12.3-.1 17z" fill="%23999999" stroke="%23999999"/></svg>');
+    background-image: url('data:image/svg+xml;utf8,%3Csvg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 192 512"%3E%3Cpath d="M166.9 264.5l-117.8 116c-4.7 4.7-12.3 4.7-17 0l-7.1-7.1c-4.7-4.7-4.7-12.3 0-17L127.3 256 25.1 155.6c-4.7-4.7-4.7-12.3 0-17l7.1-7.1c4.7-4.7 12.3-4.7 17 0l117.8 116c4.6 4.7 4.6 12.3-.1 17z" fill="%23999999" stroke="%23999999"/%3E%3C/svg%3E');
 }
 
 .tree-btn.expanded {
-    background-image: url('data:image/svg+xml;utf8,<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 256 512"><path d="M119.5 326.9L3.5 209.1c-4.7-4.7-4.7-12.3 0-17l7.1-7.1c4.7-4.7 12.3-4.7 17 0L128 287.3l100.4-102.2c4.7-4.7 12.3-4.7 17 0l7.1 7.1c4.7 4.7 4.7 12.3 0 17L136.5 327c-4.7 4.6-12.3 4.6-17-.1z" fill="%23999999" stroke="%23999999"/></svg>');
+    background-image: url('data:image/svg+xml;utf8,%3Csvg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 256 512"%3E%3Cpath d="M119.5 326.9L3.5 209.1c-4.7-4.7-4.7-12.3 0-17l7.1-7.1c4.7-4.7 12.3-4.7 17 0L128 287.3l100.4-102.2c4.7-4.7 12.3-4.7 17 0l7.1 7.1c4.7 4.7 4.7 12.3 0 17L136.5 327c-4.7 4.6-12.3 4.6-17-.1z" fill="%23999999" stroke="%23999999"/%3E%3C/svg%3E');
 }
Suggestion importance[1-10]: 4

__

Why: The suggestion correctly identifies that the SVG in the data URI is not fully URL-encoded, which is a best practice for cross-browser compatibility, although modern browsers handle it well.

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Inconsistency

The installation guide mixes guidance about using the Gradle wrapper with hardcoded absolute Windows paths and references to a script add-gradle-to-path.ps1 that may not exist in the repo. This could confuse users and lead to broken docs if the script/path isn't present or portable.

# How to Use Gradle - Complete Guide

## Current Situation

Gradle is installed at `C:\Gradle\bin` but is **NOT in your PATH**.

## Two Options

### Option 1: Use Full Path (Works Now)

Use the full path to gradle.bat:

```powershell
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle tasks
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle info
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle verify
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle release

Example:

cd D:\Bearsampp-dev\dev
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle info

Option 2: Add to PATH (Permanent Solution)

Step 1: Run PowerShell as Administrator

Right-click PowerShell → "Run as Administrator"

Step 2: Run the setup script

cd D:\Bearsampp-dev\dev
.\add-gradle-to-path.ps1

Step 3: Restart PowerShell

Close and reopen PowerShell (or restart your computer)

Step 4: Test it

gradle --version
gradle tasks

Now you can use gradle from anywhere!

Manual PATH Setup (Alternative)

If the script doesn't work, add manually:

  1. Press Win + X → System
  2. Click "Advanced system settings"
  3. Click "Environment Variables"
  4. Under "System variables", find "Path"
  5. Click "Edit"
  6. Click "New"
  7. Add: C:\Gradle\bin
  8. Click "OK" on all dialogs
  9. Restart PowerShell

Quick Reference

With Full Path (Works Now)

# Information
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle tasks
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle info
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle verify
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle --version

# Build Setup
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle initDirs
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle loadLibs
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle loadAntLibs

# Build & Clean
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle clean
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle build
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle release

After Adding to PATH

# Information
gradle tasks
gradle info
gradle verify
gradle --version

# Build Setup
gradle initDirs
gradle loadLibs
gradle loadAntLibs

# Build & Clean
gradle clean
gradle build
gradle release

Creating an Alias (Quick Fix)

Add this to your PowerShell profile for current session:

# Create alias for current session
Set-Alias -Name gradle -Value C:\Gradle\bin\gradle.bat

# Now you can use:
gradle tasks
gradle info

To make it permanent, add to your PowerShell profile:

# Open profile
notepad $PROFILE

# Add this line:
Set-Alias -Name gradle -Value C:\Gradle\bin\gradle.bat

# Save and restart PowerShell

Troubleshooting

"gradle is not recognized"

Problem: Gradle not in PATH

Solutions:

  1. Use full path: C:\Gradle\bin\gradle tasks
  2. Add to PATH (see above)
  3. Create alias (see above)

"Cannot find path"

Problem: Wrong directory

Solution:

cd D:\Bearsampp-dev\dev
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle tasks

Script execution error

Problem: PowerShell execution policy

Solution:

# Run as Administrator
Set-ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned -Scope CurrentUser
.\add-gradle-to-path.ps1

Recommended Approach

For immediate use:

C:\Gradle\bin\gradle tasks

For permanent solution:

  1. Run .\add-gradle-to-path.ps1 as Administrator
  2. Restart PowerShell
  3. Use gradle commands normally

Verification

Check if Gradle is in PATH:

# Check PATH
$env:PATH -split ';' | Select-String -Pattern 'Gradle'

# If it shows C:\Gradle\bin, you're good!
# If nothing shows, Gradle is not in PATH

Test Gradle:

# With full path (always works)
C:\Gradle\bin\gradle --version

# Without path (only works if in PATH)
gradle --version

Summary

Method Command When to Use
Full Path C:\Gradle\bin\gradle tasks Works immediately, no setup
Add to PATH gradle tasks After running setup script
Alias gradle tasks Quick fix for current session

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```markdown
# Bearsampp - Pure Gradle Build

This project uses a **Pure Gradle** build system with no Ant dependencies.

## 📚 Documentation

All Gradle documentation has been moved to **`.gradle-docs/`** directory:

- **[INDEX.md](INDEX.md)** - Documentation index and navigation
- **[README.md](README.md)** - Overview and quick start
- **[USAGE.md](USAGE.md)** - Complete usage guide
- **[TASKS.md](TASKS.md)** - Detailed task reference
- **[TROUBLESHOOTING.md](TROUBLESHOOTING.md)** - Common issues
- **[INSTALLATION.md](INSTALLATION.md)** - Installation guide
- **[MIGRATION_FROM_ANT.md](.gradle-docs/MIGRATION_FROM_ANT.md)** - Migration notes
- **[CONVERSION_SUMMARY.md](CONVERSION_SUMMARY.md)** - Conversion details

## 🚀 Quick Start

```powershell
# List all available tasks
gradle tasks

# Show build information
gradle info

# Initialize and setup
gradle initDirs
gradle loadLibs

# Verify environment
gradle verify

# Build the project
gradle build

# Create release
gradle release

📖 Key Features

Pure Gradle - No Ant dependencies
Fast Builds - Build cache + incremental compilation
Modern Features - Configuration cache, parallel execution
Well Documented - Comprehensive documentation in .gradle-docs/
Easy to Use - Simple, intuitive commands

🔍 Common Commands

Command Description
gradle tasks List all available tasks
gradle info Show build configuration
gradle verify Verify build environment
gradle build Build the project
gradle clean Clean build artifacts
gradle release Create release package

📂 Project Structure

dev/
├── build.gradle              # Pure Gradle build script
├── settings.gradle           # Project settings
├── gradle.properties         # Build configuration
├── .gradle-docs/             # Complete documentation
│   ├── INDEX.md             # Documentation index
│   ├── README.md            # Overview
│   ├── USAGE.md             # Usage guide
│   ├── TASKS.md             # Task reference
│   └── TROUBLESHOOTING.md   # Troubleshooting
├── gradle/                   # Gradle wrapper
├── bin/                      # Build output
├── tools/                    # Development tools
└── phpdev/                   # PHP development files

⚙️ Requirements

  • Gradle: 8.0+ (recommended 9.2.0)
  • Java: 11+ (tested with 23.0.2)
  • OS: Windows, Linux, macOS

🆘 Getting Help

  1. Read the docs: Start with .gradle-docs/INDEX.md
  2. Run help commands:
    gradle tasks
    gradle info
    gradle help --task <taskname>
  3. Check troubleshooting: See .gradle-docs/TROUBLESHOOTING.md

🔄 What Changed from Hybrid Build

This build has been converted from a hybrid Ant/Gradle build to pure Gradle:

  • Removed: All Ant dependencies, imports, and build files
  • Deleted: All .xml and .properties Ant build files
  • Added: Native Gradle implementations for all tasks
  • Improved: Performance, maintainability, and documentation
  • Maintained: Same functionality and outputs

For details, see .gradle-docs/CONVERSION_SUMMARY.md

📝 Build Status

Build System: Pure Gradle ✅
Version: 1.0.0
Status: Production Ready
Documentation: Complete


Get started: gradle tasks or read .gradle-docs/README.md


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# Gradle Tasks Reference

Complete reference for all available Gradle tasks in the Bearsampp Development Kit.

## Table of Contents

1. [Build Setup Tasks](#build-setup-tasks)
2. [Build Tasks](#build-tasks)
3. [Verification Tasks](#verification-tasks)
4. [Help Tasks](#help-tasks)
5. [Task Dependencies](#task-dependencies)

## Build Setup Tasks

### initDirs

**Group:** build setup  
**Description:** Initialize build directories

**Usage:**
```powershell
gradle initDirs

What it does:

  • Creates bin/ directory for binary output
  • Creates bin/lib/ directory for libraries
  • Creates ../bearsampp-build/ directory for build output
  • Creates ../bearsampp-build/tmp/ directory for temporary files

Output:

✓ Build directories initialized
  - Bin: E:/Bearsampp-development/dev/bin
  - Lib: E:/Bearsampp-development/dev/bin/lib
  - Build: E:/Bearsampp-development/bearsampp-build
  - Tmp: E:/Bearsampp-development/bearsampp-build/tmp

Dependencies: None

When to use:

  • First time project setup
  • After cleaning all directories
  • When directories are accidentally deleted

loadLibs

Group: build setup
Description: Download required libraries and tools

Usage:

gradle loadLibs

What it does:

  • Downloads Composer (PHP dependency manager)
  • Downloads InnoExtract (Inno Setup extractor)
  • Downloads HashMyFiles (file hash generator)
  • Downloads LessMSI (MSI extractor)
  • Extracts ZIP archives automatically
  • Skips already downloaded files

Output:

Downloading required libraries...
  Downloading composer...
  ✓ composer downloaded
  Downloading innoextract...
  ✓ innoextract downloaded
  Extracting innoextract-1.9-windows.zip...
  ✓ innoextract extracted
  ...
✓ All libraries processed

Dependencies:

  • initDirs (automatically runs first)

When to use:

  • First time project setup
  • After running cleanLibs
  • When libraries are missing or corrupted

Notes:

  • Downloads are cached - won't re-download existing files
  • Requires internet connection
  • Files are saved to bin/lib/ directory

cleanLibs

Group: build setup
Description: Remove downloaded libraries

Usage:

gradle cleanLibs

What it does:

  • Deletes the entire bin/lib/ directory
  • Removes all downloaded libraries and tools

Output:

✓ Libraries cleaned

Dependencies: None

When to use:

  • Before fresh library download
  • To free up disk space
  • When libraries are corrupted
  • Before release to ensure clean state

Warning: This will delete all downloaded libraries. Run loadLibs afterwards to restore them.


Build Tasks

build

Group: build
Description: Build the Bearsampp project

Usage:

gradle build

What it does:

  • Runs buildProject task
  • Compiles PHP components
  • Processes configuration files
  • Prepares distribution files

Output:

Building Bearsampp project...
  - Compiling PHP components...
  - Processing configuration files...
  - Preparing distribution files...
✓ Build completed successfully

Dependencies:

  • buildProject
  • initDirs (via buildProject)
  • verify (via buildProject)

When to use:

  • Standard project build
  • After making code changes
  • Before creating release

Options:

# Build with info output
gradle build --info

# Build with debug output
gradle build --debug

# Build with configuration cache
gradle build --configuration-cache

# Build in parallel
gradle build --parallel

buildProject

Group: build
Description: Build the Bearsampp project (internal task)

Usage:

gradle buildProject

What it does:

  • Initializes directories
  • Verifies environment
  • Builds project components

Dependencies:

  • initDirs
  • verify

When to use:

  • Called automatically by build task
  • Can be called directly for custom workflows

clean

Group: build
Description: Clean build artifacts and temporary files

Usage:

gradle clean

What it does:

  • Deletes ../bearsampp-build/tmp/ directory
  • Deletes bin/ directory
  • Removes all .tmp files
  • Removes all .log files

Output:

✓ Build artifacts cleaned

Dependencies: None

When to use:

  • Before fresh build
  • To free up disk space
  • When build artifacts are corrupted
  • Before creating release

Common patterns:

# Clean and build
gradle clean build

# Clean everything
gradle clean cleanLibs

release

Group: build
Description: Create release package

Usage:

gradle release

What it does:

  • Cleans previous build artifacts
  • Builds the project
  • Generates hash files
  • Creates release package

Output:

╔═════════════════════════════════════════════════════��══════════╗
║                    Release Package Created                     ║
╚════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╝

Version:     1.0.0
Build Path:  E:/Bearsampp-development/bearsampp-build

Next steps:
  1. Review the build artifacts in E:/Bearsampp-development/bearsampp-build
  2. Test the release package
  3. Verify checksums in checksums.txt
  4. Deploy to distribution channels

Dependencies:

  • clean
  • buildProject
  • hashAll

When to use:

  • Creating official release
  • Before distribution
  • For testing complete build process

Notes:

  • Always starts with clean build
  • Generates checksums automatically
  • Creates production-ready package

packageDist

Group: build
Description: Package the distribution files

Usage:

gradle packageDist

What it does:

  • Creates ZIP archive of bin directory
  • Names file as bearsampp-{version}.zip
  • Saves to build directory

Output:

Packaging distribution...
✓ Distribution packaged: bearsampp-1.0.0.zip
  Size: 45.23 MB

Dependencies:

  • buildProject

When to use:

  • After successful build
  • To create distributable package
  • For archiving builds

hashAll

Group: build
Description: Generate hash files for all build artifacts

Usage:

gradle hashAll

What it does:

  • Scans build directory for artifacts (.zip, .exe, .7z)
  • Calculates MD5 hash for each file
  • Calculates SHA256 hash for each file
  • Creates checksums.txt with all hashes

Output:

Generating hash files...
  ✓ bearsampp-1.0.0.zip
  ✓ setup.exe
✓ Hash files generated: E:/Bearsampp-development/bearsampp-build/checksums.txt

Dependencies: None

When to use:

  • After creating release package
  • For verifying file integrity
  • Before distribution

Output format (checksums.txt):

# Bearsampp Build Checksums
# Generated: Wed Nov 13 22:52:00 UTC 2024

bearsampp-1.0.0.zip
  MD5:    a1b2c3d4e5f6g7h8i9j0k1l2m3n4o5p6
  SHA256: 1234567890abcdef1234567890abcdef1234567890abcdef1234567890abcdef

Verification Tasks

verify

Group: verification
Description: Verify build environment and dependencies

Usage:

gradle verify

What it does:

  • Checks Java version (11+ required)
  • Verifies required directories exist
  • Checks for PHP executable
  • Checks for 7-Zip
  • Checks for Gradle wrapper

Output:

Verifying build environment...

Environment Check Results:
────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
  ✓ PASS     Java 11+
  ✓ PASS     Dev directory
  ✓ PASS     Tools directory
  ✓ PASS     PHPDev directory
  ✓ PASS     PHP executable
  ✓ PASS     7-Zip
  ✓ PASS     Gradle wrapper
────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────

✓ All checks passed! Build environment is ready.

Dependencies: None

When to use:

  • First time setup
  • After system changes
  • Troubleshooting build issues
  • Before starting development

Failure output:

⚠ Some checks failed. Please review the requirements.

To fix missing components:
  - Run 'gradle loadLibs' to download required libraries
  - Ensure PHP and 7-Zip are installed in tools directory

verifyLibs

Group: verification
Description: Verify that all required libraries are present

Usage:

gradle verifyLibs

What it does:

  • Checks for composer.phar
  • Checks for innoextract
  • Checks for hashmyfiles
  • Checks for lessmsi

Output:

Verifying libraries...
  ✓ composer.phar
  ✓ innoextract
  ✓ hashmyfiles
  ✓ lessmsi

✓ All required libraries are present

Dependencies: None

When to use:

  • After running loadLibs
  • Troubleshooting build issues
  • Before starting build

Failure output:

⚠ Missing libraries: composer.phar, innoextract
Run 'gradle loadLibs' to download missing libraries

Help Tasks

info

Group: help
Description: Display build configuration information

Usage:

gradle info

What it does:

  • Shows project information
  • Shows all configured paths
  • Shows Java information
  • Shows Gradle information
  • Shows system information
  • Lists available task groups

Output:

╔════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╗
║           Bearsampp Development Kit - Build Info               ║
╚════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╝

Project:        bearsampp-dev
Version:        1.0.0
Description:    Bearsampp Development Kit
Group:          com.bearsampp

Paths:
  Dev Path:     E:/Bearsampp-development/dev
  Build Path:   E:/Bearsampp-development/bearsampp-build
  Bin Path:     E:/Bearsampp-development/dev/bin
  Lib Path:     E:/Bearsampp-development/dev/bin/lib
  Tools Path:   E:/Bearsampp-development/dev/tools
  PHPDev Path:  E:/Bearsampp-development/dev/phpdev
  Tmp Path:     E:/Bearsampp-development/bearsampp-build/tmp

Java:
  Version:      23.0.2
  Home:         C:\Program Files\Java\jdk-23
  Vendor:       Oracle Corporation

Gradle:
  Version:      9.2.0
  Home:         C:\Gradle

System:
  OS:           Windows 11
  Architecture: amd64
  User:         bear

Available Task Groups:
  • build setup  - Initialize and configure build environment
  • build        - Build and package tasks
  • verification - Verify build environment and artifacts
  • help         - Help and information tasks

Quick Start:
  gradle tasks --all     - List all available tasks
  gradle info            - Show this information
  gradle loadLibs        - Download required libraries
  gradle verify          - Verify build environment
  gradle build           - Build the project
  gradle release         - Create release package

Dependencies: None

When to use:

  • Getting familiar with project
  • Checking configuration
  • Troubleshooting path issues
  • Documentation reference

listFiles

Group: help
Description: List project file structure

Usage:

gradle listFiles

What it does:

  • Lists all files in project
  • Shows directory structure
  • Excludes .git, .gradle, build, bin directories

Output:

Project Structure:
────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
build.gradle
settings.gradle
gradle.properties
gradlew
gradlew.bat
  gradle-wrapper.properties
  gradle-wrapper.jar
README.md
...

Dependencies: None

When to use:

  • Understanding project structure
  • Finding files
  • Documentation

showProps

Group: help
Description: Show all Gradle properties

Usage:

gradle showProps

What it does:

  • Lists all project properties
  • Shows configured values
  • Excludes internal Gradle properties

Output:

Gradle Properties:
────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
  binPath                        = E:/Bearsampp-development/dev/bin
  buildPath                      = E:/Bearsampp-development/bearsampp-build
  description                    = Bearsampp Development Kit
  devPath                        = E:/Bearsampp-development/dev
  group                          = com.bearsampp
  libPath                        = E:/Bearsampp-development/dev/bin/lib
  name                           = bearsampp-dev
  phpdevPath                     = E:/Bearsampp-development/dev/phpdev
  project.group                  = com.bearsampp
  project.version                = 1.0.0
  tmpPath                        = E:/Bearsampp-development/bearsampp-build/tmp
  toolsPath                      = E:/Bearsampp-development/dev/tools
  version                        = 1.0.0

Dependencies: None

When to use:

  • Debugging configuration
  • Understanding available properties
  • Custom task development

tasks

Group: help
Description: List all available tasks

Usage:

# List main tasks
gradle tasks

# List all tasks including internal
gradle tasks --all

# List tasks in specific group
gradle tasks --group build

Output:

Build setup tasks
-----------------
cleanLibs - Remove downloaded libraries
initDirs - Initialize build directories
loadLibs - Download required libraries and tools

Build tasks
-----------
build - Build the Bearsampp project
buildProject - Build Bearsampp project
clean - Clean build artifacts and temporary files
hashAll - Generate hash files for all build artifacts
packageDist - Package the distribution files
release - Create release package

Verification tasks
------------------
verify - Verify build environment and dependencies
verifyLibs - Verify that all required libraries are present

Help tasks
----------
info - Display build configuration information
listFiles - List project file structure
showProps - Show all Gradle properties
tasks - List all available tasks

Dependencies: None

When to use:

  • Discovering available tasks
  • Learning task organization
  • Finding specific tasks

Task Dependencies

Dependency Graph

release
├── clean
├── buildProject
│   ├── initDirs
│   └── verify
└── hashAll

build
└── buildProject
    ├── initDirs
    └── verify

packageDist
└── buildProject
    ├── initDirs
    └── verify

loadLibs
└── initDirs

Execution Order

When you run gradle release, tasks execute in this order:

  1. clean - Clean previous build
  2. initDirs - Initialize directories
  3. verify - Verify environment
  4. buildProject - Build project
  5. hashAll - Generate hashes

Task Relationships

Task Depends On Depended By
initDirs - loadLibs, buildProject
loadLibs initDirs -
verify - buildProject
buildProject initDirs, verify build, packageDist, release
build buildProject -
clean - release
hashAll - release
release clean, buildProject, hashAll -
packageDist buildProject -

Task Options

Common Options

All tasks support these Gradle options:

# Output control
--quiet, -q          # Quiet output
--info, -i           # Info output
--debug, -d          # Debug output
--stacktrace, -s     # Show stack traces
--full-stacktrace    # Show full stack traces

# Performance
--parallel           # Parallel execution
--max-workers=N      # Set worker count
--configuration-cache # Use configuration cache
--build-cache        # Use build cache

# Behavior
--dry-run, -m        # Dry run (don't execute)
--continue           # Continue after failure
--offline            # Offline mode
--refresh-dependencies # Refresh dependencies

# Analysis
--scan               # Generate build scan
--profile            # Generate profile report

Examples

# Build with info output
gradle build --info

# Build in parallel with 4 workers
gradle build --parallel --max-workers=4

# Dry run to see task order
gradle release --dry-run

# Build with configuration cache
gradle build --configuration-cache

# Generate build scan
gradle build --scan

For more information, run: gradle help --task <taskname>


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