When will Bukkit be updated for Minecraft 1.5?

Update:
We have completed the update to Minecraft 1.5_02 (and have had it done for a while now) and are working out a few issues before we promote a recommended build. A TEST ONLY build is available but we highly recommend that you wait until we promote a Recommended Build before putting it on your production server.

You can find the latest test build on ci.bukkit.org. Please note, though, that if you don't already know how to get it, you probably shouldn't be using it. Only Recommended Builds have gone through extensive testing. Anything else could result in unforeseen problems like Bukkit eating your cake or your world. You have been warned.

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Common Problems/Questions:
What's the first build that works with Minecraft 1.5_02
The first CraftBukkit build that works with Minecraft 1.5_02 was made available 2 days ago and is build #689. However, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that if you are running the test builds, you always stay up to date as we usually fix bugs, exploits and improve stability.

I downloaded build 714 but got some other build!
You're probably reading the version string incorrectly.

Here's an example version string:
git-Bukkit-0.0.0-686-g71ef92a-b714jnks (MC: 1.5_02)

This version string is for build 714, as you can tell by the "b714jnks" at the end.

Whenever I use a plugin that changes blocks, I can't see the changes until I reconnect!
We had an issue with blocks not updating properly but this has since been fixed from build #707. This bug affected plugins that changed blocks in game, like WorldEdit.

Help! My console keeps getting spammed with this error whenever someone gets kicked or disconnects and it lags the server!

This is a bug we've fixed from build #701 onwards.

I can't build or destroy anything! Help!?
The common cause of this issue is a client mod called Single Player Commands, please try uninstalling all your client mods and seeing if this fixes the issue. If this is the case, then it isn't a Bukkit issue and you should contact the author of the mods you use.

Every time I connect to the server and load a sign, the client crashes. What's wrong?
Minecraft 1.5 has added limits for sign text. Plugin developers commonly used longer sign text to store extra data or add colours to signs. This is no longer possible, so we now cut off any line in a sign longer than 15 characters (as of build #712).

I get kicked when flying and am told that flying hasn't been enabled on this server. How do I enable flying?
Minecraft 1.5 added anti-flying checks. You can enable flying by setting allow-flight=true in server.properties.

Whenever I try to send a long message in chat, it gets cut off at roughly two lines.
A limit on chat has been added with Minecraft 1.5. This is one of the issues we're hoping to address before we promote a Recommended Build.

Help! When I use the CLI arguments to set ports (or any setting), the server always starts up on 25565 or ignores the setting!
There was a bug that prevented the server from reading settings passed through CLI arguments. This has since been fixed from build #706 onwards.

The easiest fix for most problems is to update to the latest Bukkit test build.

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As is the case with every Minecraft update, we saw our usual influx of extra traffic from people wondering if we have a build of CraftBukkit working with the Minecraft update seconds after release (seriously). Usually, you'd see a pretty standard post from me stating we're working on an update and providing the usual advice that you aren't forced to update. However, this time there was a distinct lack of communication from the team regarding the status of the update, other than the usual "we're working on it". Couple this with the slow development occurring lately and we can forgive people for posting the expected "is Bukkit dead?" or "what's going on?" posts. I hope this post will explain everything.

Will there be a CraftBukkit for Minecraft 1.5?
Given the reports of showstopping bugs present in 1.5, there's a high chance a new bugfix update for Minecraft will be out tomorrow or even several times this week. As a result, it is unlikely we will be releasing a 1.5 compatible build and, instead, will be waiting for something stable to work with.

Due to the nature of the project and the methods we use to provide Bukkit for Minecraft, any update - no matter how small - requires us to figure out the mapping of obfuscated classes and update our code. This takes a lot of time and work, so hopefully you understand our decision.

Having said all this, we recommend that you stay on 1.4 for a while until the patch storm subsides if your server depends on Bukkit.

Further, I wanted to apologise for the lack of communication regarding this update. I was really hesitant announcing this since it would only serve to disappoint and annoy people, however, I noticed quite a few supportive comments on here and IRC that pushed me to post this announcement because the people that have supported us through everything deserve it.

Why are things so quiet? Why is the update taking so long?
Before I answer this, I think it is appropriate to cover what usually happens when we're aware of an update coming soon. Whenever we recieve word of a Minecraft update (which, contrary to popular belief, is generally the same time as everyone else), we place all development in the Bukkit project under a code freeze to prepare for the update and make things easier. That being said, last week thursday we were expecting a Minecraft update and appropriately placed the project under a code freeze. Unfortunately, the update was delayed and pushed to the next week, resulting in a much longer code freeze than normally occurs. Naturally, this lead to activity within the project seeming critically lower than it really was and prompted some people to post the inevitable "what's going on?" thread.

On top of the code freeze, we're working on some larger changes to Bukkit or CraftBukkit that require quite a bit of time to complete and will only be commited to the public code when they are ready. Quite often you'll find that, while you don't see any updates, we definitely are still working hard programming awesome things and appreciate your patience and support.

So why is this update taking so long? After we had updated for Minecraft 1.4, we came across some annoying chunk related issues and bugs that were incredibly difficult to pinpoint due to confusion with the new obfuscated names mappings (d -> c and c -> d). Naturally, these kinds of issues were unacceptable for the project and we immediately got to work on improving our update process to avoid issues of this nature in the future. While I think we can all agree with this decision, the unfortunate result is the delay we're currently facing since we're not yet done improving the process. The good news is, we're nearly done improving our update handling process and the wait will definitely be worth it come future updates.

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

 

I'm using the #695 on my server right now, no console spam, no lag, no kicked people, and most of my plugins are working...

 

ohhh is that link a few posts before me a link to build 695?
cuz the one i tried was 687

 

Newest build right now is #697, I'm on #695, you could find both by going to http://ci.bukkit.org/job/dev-CraftBukkit/

 

:S am I the only person who didn't get console spams with #693?
and can anyone tell me the difference between #693 and #697?
apart from the different version names?
anything more stable? powered rails actually turn now?

 

I am going to save the grief and wait for a recommended build of 1.5. I am just happy that my members don't mind waiting.

 

Hey guys, ive tried running all the latest releases for 1.5 and none of them are working . i cannot start up my server. i have a photo attachment of what the server says.

 

Why so many people are very unhappy here ??? Bukkit is made by people that doesn't earn money from anybody, then let them work at their speed !!

If you want a server with 1.5_02 level, download it at minecraft web page, this is free of charge and install it on your server, and let the bukkit team work as they want

 

hmm, it seems I am getting console spammed with #697 but not #693
@Joshua Buglass make sure you are using a stable build (693, 695, 697) and make sure its downloaded correctly, try downloading again, it could be corrupted due to connection issues whilst downloading.

 

It works mate, thanks!

 

hmm, many plugins dont work with 697 whereas 693 they did, oh well, back to that.
Keep up the good work Bukkit Team, do it at your own pace and enjoy what you do

No problem, always willing to help to the best of my abilities

 

thats for offering but im okay XD

 

i stayed on the build that released this morning 693 i think and it works fine but i found a problem with set blocks having a black spot and most pluggins still work even though they are abit laggy like world edit

 

Thanks again for everything!
It is great to see an announcement. I look forward to updates from you!
Keep up the great work!!

 

So wait for the next one, these are the most updated versions and if they say stable, that is what it is to the ones developing them. Try starting up the server without any plugins first to see if it is working, since the plugins more than likely will need to be updated individually as well to work.

 

While you wait, how about DONATE ?

https://www.paypal.com/ca/cgi-bin/w...737ba21b0819838956b846fa597913729410f8930127a

 

#698 is up, I'm gonna test that.

EDIT: It seems pretty good, I haven't tested the rails yet though, but like #697, it also breaks some of the plugins, but still quite stable, oh, and no console spams

 

ok nice i hope without bugs ^^

 

Build 699 released.
http://ci.bukkit.org/job/dev-CraftB...rtifact/target/craftbukkit-0.0.1-SNAPSHOT.jar

69. Yeah.

 

hmm i think i wait ^^

and i hope it work

 

wait does that mean its out?
1.5 is done?

 

#699 is up! I call party when it hits 700

 

It's been done.
Just not 'recommended build' yet.
Perfectly stable for me.

Fuck that, I'm partying now.
I mean come on... 69. ;D

 

which plugins have you running with this`?

 

Oh so i use Brohoster TCAdmin, How would i update it to 699?
(i dont expect you to know or help, but it would be extremely appreciated)

 

Ok, build #699 seems to have fixed the plugin breaks, all my plugins work again

 

Im waiting for the stable build, people are being to inpatient and risking running old and new versions.

Stable is worth the wait.

 

Yeah sorry, no idea.
I host my server myself.

You can try contacting their support, giving them the link I posted above.
Maybe they can update it manually for you.
http://ci.bukkit.org/job/dev-CraftB...rtifact/target/craftbukkit-0.0.1-SNAPSHOT.jar

 

We are all just upset because we need a good dose of Minecraft
Take some of these and you should feel the effects immediately

Thanks so much, i appreciate it.

EDIT by Moderator: merged posts, please use the edit button instead of double posting.

 

I'm waiting for more stable people so they don't go 'ape shit' when things break. Take a breather people, or rub one out, or in the northern hemisphere its spring-ish (where I am its the monsoon season) go outside while smart people write the good code!

 

Amen to that, im in garden at mo with a glass of jack and coke enjoying the sun