Simplifying Access to the Gradle Enterprise API with Kotlin

Are you a developer using Gradle Enterprise and looking for a streamlined way to access the Gradle Enterprise API in your projects? Look no further! The Gradle Enterprise API Kotlin library is here to simplify your life and improve your productivity. In this article, we will explore the features, setup process, and usage examples of this powerful library.

Features and Functionality

The Gradle Enterprise API Kotlin library provides a convenient interface, “GradleEnterpriseApi“, which represents the Gradle Enterprise REST API. This interface contains four APIs as listed in the REST API Manual: buildsApi, buildCacheApi, metaApi, and testDistributionApi. With these APIs, developers can easily access information and perform various operations within the Gradle Enterprise ecosystem.

One exceptional aspect of this library is its caching mechanism. By default, caching is disabled, but developers can enable it by setting the GRADLE_ENTERPRISE_API_CACHE_ENABLED environment variable to true. This feature can significantly speed up queries, improving the overall performance of your applications.

Furthermore, the library offers convenience extensions that make it even easier to work with the Gradle Enterprise API. For instance, the getGradleAttributesFlow extension simplifies the process of retrieving Gradle attributes for a given set of builds. It takes care of paging and provides a Flow of all builds, eliminating the need to handle the API’s build limit.

Setting Up the Library

Getting started with the Gradle Enterprise API Kotlin library is a breeze. The library can be used in Jupyter notebooks, Kotlin scripts, and Kotlin projects. The setup process involves two simple steps:

1. Set the GRADLE_ENTERPRISE_API_URL environment variable to the URL of your Gradle Enterprise instance.
2. Set the GRADLE_ENTERPRISE_API_TOKEN environment variable to your API access token. Alternatively, you can store the token in the macOS keychain with the label “gradle-enterprise-api-token” for added security.

Once these environment variables are set, you can use the library seamlessly in your notebooks, scripts, or projects without any additional configuration.

Usage Examples

To demonstrate the library’s capabilities, let’s take a look at a few usage examples. In Kotlin scripts or notebooks, you can use the runBlocking function to call API methods. Here’s an example of retrieving builds since yesterday:

kotlin
runBlocking {
val builds: List<Build> = api.buildsApi.getBuilds(since = yesterdayMilli)
}

Remember to call GradleEnterpriseApi.shutdown() at the end of your scripts to release resources and ensure a clean exit.

For Kotlin projects, you can simply use the library’s functions directly in your code, like this:

“`kotlin
dependencies {
implementation(“com.gabrielfeo:gradle-enterprise-api-kotlin:2023.3.1”)
}

…

val api = GradleEnterpriseApi.newInstance()
val builds: List = api.buildsApi.getBuilds(since = yesterdayMilli)
“`

As you can see, using the Gradle Enterprise API Kotlin library is straightforward and requires minimal code configuration.

Caching and Performance

Caching is a vital aspect of any API library, and the Gradle Enterprise API Kotlin library offers an efficient caching mechanism. By enabling caching, you can significantly improve the performance of your queries. To enable caching, simply set the GRADLE_ENTERPRISE_API_CACHE_ENABLED environment variable to true.

It’s important to note that caching is an optional feature and comes with some caveats. Please refer to the CacheConfig documentation for more information.

Documentation and Resources

To get started with the Gradle Enterprise API Kotlin library, you can refer to the following resources:

• Maven Central: Find the latest version of the library on Maven Central.
• Javadoc: Explore the detailed API documentation of the library.

The Javadoc provides comprehensive information about the API interfaces and models, matching the REST API Manual precisely. This documentation, along with Gradle’s own manual, is generated from the same OpenAPI specification.

Conclusion

The Gradle Enterprise API Kotlin library is a powerful tool that simplifies access to the Gradle Enterprise API. With its user-friendly interface, caching mechanism, and convenience extensions, this library enhances productivity and efficiency for developers working with Gradle Enterprise. Whether you are using Jupyter notebooks, Kotlin scripts, or Kotlin projects, this library has you covered. Get started today and unlock the full potential of the Gradle Enterprise API.

Stay tuned for regular updates as the library evolves and supports future API versions. Don’t forget to check out the documentation and resources mentioned above for in-depth information on the library’s usage and capabilities.

Happy coding with the Gradle Enterprise API Kotlin library!