Paper API with Maven in Java

In Java, Paper API is a popular choice for game server management. It is built on top of the Spigot API and Bukkit API, providing additional features to enhance the Minecraft gaming experience.

To use Paper API in Java Maven project, follow these steps:

Step 1: Add Paper API Dependency

The first step is to add the Paper API dependency to your Maven project. Open your pom.xml file and add the following dependency:

<dependency>
    <groupId>com.destroystokyo.paper</groupId>
    <artifactId>paper-api</artifactId>
    <version>1.17.1-R0.1-SNAPSHOT</version>
    <scope>provided</scope>
</dependency>

Once you save the file, Maven will automatically download and install the dependency.

Step 2: Create a Main Class

Next, create a main class to run your project. You can create a new Java class and add the following code:

import org.bukkit.plugin.java.JavaPlugin;

public class MyPlugin extends JavaPlugin {
    public void onEnable() {
        getLogger().info("Hello, Paper API!");
    }
}

This code creates a basic Java plugin and logs a message to the console when the plugin is enabled.

Step 3: Build and Run

Now that you have added the Paper API dependency and created a main class, it's time to build and run your project.

Open a terminal window, navigate to your project directory, and run the following command to build your project:

mvn clean install

Once the build is successful, run the following command to start your server:

java -jar <path-to-your-server-jar>.jar

Now, log in to your Minecraft server and you should see the message "Hello, Paper API!" in the console.

Congratulations! You have successfully used Paper API with Maven in your Java project.

Conclusion

Paper API is a powerful tool for building and managing Minecraft game servers in Java. By following these simple steps, you can start using Paper API in your Maven project and enhance your Minecraft gaming experience.