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Currently when you want to create a new ant build script you have to create a new file called "build.xml" and populate the basic script outline (probably using content assist) by hand. It would be helpful if there were a wizard to help the user perform this task. The user would be prompted for: - file name (default to build.xml) - optional project name - optional script description (to go in the comments and description element) - list of targets - optional default target When adding a target the user will be able to: - Enter name of target - declare if it is "public" or not (if public, must enter a comment) - choose pre-requisite targets (optional) The code should be generated using some type of templates to allow for user customisation. This enhancement request should fit under the "Simple to use" theme
While it is no wizard, the buildfile template that is provide is a start in this direction. Same for the target templates. I think this is a great idea but I am unsure if we are going to have the resources to implement it in 3.1
Currently resolved to later.
I am voting for this defect. At the moment if I want to tell our customers HOW to create an ant script its a very long process. Create the file, register the extenstion, bring up the file in the right editor, use code completion to get the right ant task, register the script with the build system and more. Not easy to use at all. IMO. Ideally I'd like to see a wizard, right click, new Ant task, that walks a user through creating an ant script, registering it in the right places, and loading it in an editor ready for customization. This would be a HUGE win for everyone.
Consider for 3.3
Not currently planned.
Oh, not another RESOLVED LATER. Can't we add a target milestone LATER and then leave it as NEW? http://www.eclipsezone.com/eclipse/forums/t83053.html
So nearly 2009 and still no wizard...
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