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java-maven-gradle

Master Maven and Gradle - build configuration, dependencies, plugins, CI/CD

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Install

Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.

npx skills add https://github.com/pluginagentmarketplace/custom-plugin-java --skill java-maven-gradle
  1. 01

    Install

    Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.

  2. 02

    Describe the task

    Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads java-maven-gradle automatically when relevant.

  3. 03

    Review the result

    The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.

SKILL.md

The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.

Java Maven Gradle Skill

Master Java build tools for efficient project management and CI/CD integration.

Overview

This skill covers Maven and Gradle configuration including dependency management, plugin setup, multi-module projects, and CI/CD pipeline integration. Follows 2024-2025 best practices for both tools.

When to Use This Skill

Use when you need to:

  • Set up Maven/Gradle projects
  • Manage dependencies with BOMs
  • Configure build plugins
  • Optimize build performance
  • Set up CI/CD pipelines

Topics Covered

Maven

  • POM structure and inheritance
  • Dependency management with BOMs
  • Plugin configuration
  • Profiles and properties
  • Multi-module projects

Gradle

  • Kotlin DSL (build.gradle.kts)
  • Dependency catalogs
  • Task configuration
  • Build cache optimization
  • Composite builds

CI/CD Integration

  • GitHub Actions workflows
  • Dependency caching
  • Matrix builds
  • Artifact publishing

Quick Reference

Maven POM

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<project xmlns="http://maven.apache.org/POM/4.0.0">
    <modelVersion>4.0.0</modelVersion>

    <groupId>com.example</groupId>
    <artifactId>my-app</artifactId>
    <version>1.0.0-SNAPSHOT</version>

    <properties>
        <java.version>21</java.version>
        <maven.compiler.source>${java.version}</maven.compiler.source>
        <maven.compiler.target>${java.version}</maven.compiler.target>
        <spring-boot.version>3.2.1</spring-boot.version>
    </properties>

    <dependencyManagement>
        <dependencies>
            <dependency>
                <groupId>org.springframework.boot</groupId>
                <artifactId>spring-boot-dependencies</artifactId>
                <version>${spring-boot.version}</version>
                <type>pom</type>
                <scope>import</scope>
            </dependency>
        </dependencies>
    </dependencyManagement>

    <build>
        <plugins>
            <plugin>
                <groupId>org.apache.maven.plugins</groupId>
                <artifactId>maven-enforcer-plugin</artifactId>
                <version>3.4.1</version>
            </plugin>
        </plugins>
    </build>
</project>

Gradle Kotlin DSL

// build.gradle.kts
plugins {
    java
    id("org.springframework.boot") version "3.2.1"
    id("io.spring.dependency-management") version "1.1.4"
}

java {
    toolchain {
        languageVersion = JavaLanguageVersion.of(21)
    }
}

dependencies {
    implementation("org.springframework.boot:spring-boot-starter-web")
    testImplementation("org.springframework.boot:spring-boot-starter-test")
}

tasks.test {
    useJUnitPlatform()
    maxParallelForks = Runtime.getRuntime().availableProcessors() / 2
}

Version Catalog (libs.versions.toml)

[versions]
spring-boot = "3.2.1"
junit = "5.10.1"

[libraries]
spring-boot-starter-web = { module = "org.springframework.boot:spring-boot-starter-web", version.ref = "spring-boot" }
junit-jupiter = { module = "org.junit.jupiter:junit-jupiter", version.ref = "junit" }

[plugins]
spring-boot = { id = "org.springframework.boot", version.ref = "spring-boot" }

CI/CD Templates

# .github/workflows/ci.yml
name: CI
on: [push, pull_request]

jobs:
  build:
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    steps:
      - uses: actions/checkout@v4
      - uses: actions/setup-java@v4
        with:
          java-version: '21'
          distribution: 'temurin'
          cache: 'maven'  # or 'gradle'
      - run: ./mvnw -B verify

Useful Commands

# Maven
mvn dependency:tree
mvn versions:display-dependency-updates
mvn help:effective-pom

# Gradle
gradle dependencies
gradle dependencyInsight --dependency log4j
gradle build --scan

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

ProblemCauseSolution
Dependency not foundWrong versionCheck Maven Central
Version conflictTransitive depsUse BOM or enforcer
Build OOMHeap too smallSet MAVEN_OPTS
Slow buildsNo cachingEnable build cache

Debug Checklist

□ Check effective POM/build
□ Analyze dependency tree
□ Verify repository order
□ Check plugin versions
□ Review build cache

Usage

Skill("java-maven-gradle")

Related Skills

  • java-maven - Maven specific
  • java-gradle - Gradle specific

FAQ

What does the java-maven-gradle skill do?

Master Maven and Gradle - build configuration, dependencies, plugins, CI/CD

How do I install java-maven-gradle?

Run npx skills add https://github.com/pluginagentmarketplace/custom-plugin-java --skill java-maven-gradle in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/java-maven-gradle/ (personal) or .claude/skills/java-maven-gradle/ (project).

Which AI agents can use java-maven-gradle?

Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.

Is java-maven-gradle safe to install?

No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.

Who maintains java-maven-gradle?

It is published by pluginagentmarketplace in pluginagentmarketplace/custom-plugin-java. It has 290 recorded installs.

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