Question

I have been given the following requirements.

1. Create a build file with ANT build that creates a .jar from the source file (Source being in *D:\Root\Products\Application\Files* )

2. Create a bat file to run the .jar saved in a different location(say in
   *D:\Root\Products\Application\ReleaseBuild*)

Where should I start with? I am new to build files and no idea how to begin with. And am a bit confused with the build tutorials.

Please someone suggest a way to begin with.

Thanks in advance.

Answer 1

1. start with an ant-task that compiles the code to a temp directory (ant-task: javac)
2. package those files to a jar (ant-task jar) – see, step 1 is essential, because jar does only bundle the files, but does not compile the sources for you
3. create the bat-script using the ant-task echo