gradle-publishing

Publish Kotlin/JVM libraries to Maven Central with Gradle plugins.

Updated Mar 20, 2026

Search Tags:#kotlin #gradle #ci #gpg #maven-publish #sonatype #maven-central

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Skill: gradle-publishing
Source: https://github.com/ClankerGuru/skills/tree/main/gradle-publishing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ClankerGuru/skills --skill gradle-publishing

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Publishing Kotlin Multiplatform and JVM libraries to Maven Central requires configuring maven-publish, signing, and release workflows; this skill provides a proven pattern to do that reliably.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automates setup for single-module and multi-module Kotlin projects.
Ensures correct POM metadata, GPG signing, and OSSRH deployment to Maven Central.
Streamlines CI workflows (GitHub Actions) for automated releases and reproducible builds.

Quick Start

Follow the standard Gradle publishing pattern to publish your library to Maven Central.

Frequently Asked Questions about gradle-publishing

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I publish a Kotlin library to Maven Central using Gradle?▼

Publishing a Kotlin library to Maven Central requires Gradle's maven-publish and signing plugins to generate POM metadata, sign artifacts with GPG, and deploy to OSSRH staging. This works for both single-module and multi-module Kotlin projects.

What is needed to configure GPG signing for Gradle maven-publish?▼

Configuring GPG signing for Gradle maven-publish requires reading signing credentials via environment-variable helpers. The skill applies a standard publishing pattern that integrates GPG signing with OSSRH deployment for Maven Central releases.

Can I automate Maven Central releases with GitHub Actions and Gradle?▼

Yes, you can automate Maven Central releases by integrating GitHub Actions workflows with Gradle's maven-publish plugin. This streamlines CI workflows for automated releases and reproducible builds using environment-variable credentials.

Does this Gradle publishing setup support multi-module Kotlin projects?▼

Yes, the Gradle publishing setup explicitly supports multi-module Kotlin projects. It automates the setup for generating javadoc, applying correct POM metadata, and signing artifacts across all modules for Maven Central deployment.

Why does my Kotlin library fail OSSRH staging during Maven Central publishing?▼

Kotlin library OSSRH staging failures often stem from missing POM metadata, incomplete GPG signing, or incorrect javadoc generation. The skill implements a proven standard publishing pattern to ensure all staging requirements are reliably met.