minecraft-plugin-dev

Guide building Minecraft Paper plugins with Gradle Kotlin DSL and Java 21.

111|9|Updated Mar 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Jahrome907/minecraft-agent-skills --skill minecraft-plugin-dev
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: minecraft-plugin-dev
Source: https://github.com/Jahrome907/minecraft-agent-skills/tree/main/plugins/minecraft-codex-skills/skills/minecraft-plugin-dev
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Jahrome907/minecraft-agent-skills --skill minecraft-plugin-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Develop Minecraft server plugins using the Paper/Bukkit/Spigot API, providing a clear blueprint for creating robust server-side plugins with consistent structure, dependency management, and best practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured plugin scaffolding: guidance for creating Paper plugins with JavaPlugin, event listeners, commands, and schedulers.
  • API integration patterns: examples for Persistent Data Containers, Adventure text components, Vault economies, and BungeeCord/Velocity messaging.
  • Configuration & packaging: plugin.yml setup, Gradle Kotlin DSL project setup, and YAML/config management guidance.

Quick Start

Create a new Paper plugin project, implement a minimal JavaPlugin subclass, and register a basic command to verify the build works.

Frequently Asked Questions about minecraft-plugin-dev

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up a Gradle Kotlin DSL project for Paper plugin development?

To set up Paper plugin development, you need to configure a Gradle Kotlin DSL project with Java 21 compatibility. This provides a structured blueprint for dependency management and packaging your Bukkit server plugin.

What is the best way to register commands and events in a Minecraft Paper plugin?

Registering commands and events in a Paper plugin requires implementing a JavaPlugin subclass and event listeners. This approach provides structured scaffolding to handle server-side tasks and integrate with the Paper API.

How do I use Persistent Data Containers (PDC) in a Bukkit plugin?

Using Persistent Data Containers in a Bukkit plugin involves applying specific API integration patterns to store custom data on server entities. This ensures robust data management without modifying core Minecraft game files.

Can I integrate Vault economy and Adventure text components into my Minecraft server plugin?

You can integrate Vault economies and Adventure text components by following specific API integration patterns. This allows your Paper plugin to manage financial transactions and format rich text messages for players.

Does Paper plugin development require Java 21 and a specific plugin.yml configuration?

Paper plugin development requires Java 21 compatibility and a properly configured plugin.yml file. Setting up the Gradle Kotlin DSL project with these specifications ensures your server plugin meets modern API requirements.