The Jenkins REST Java client is a powerful tool built on top of jclouds for interacting with the Jenkins REST API. In this guide, we will walk you through setting up the client, using it effectively, and troubleshooting common issues.

Setting Up the Jenkins REST Client

To start using the Jenkins REST client, you need to build your client instance. Here’s how you can do it:

• To create the Jenkins client, you can use the following code:

JenkinsClient client = JenkinsClient.builder()
    .endPoint("http://127.0.0.1:8080") // Optional. Defaults to http://127.0.0.1:8080
    .credentials("admin:password") // Optional
    .build();

SystemInfo systemInfo = client.api().systemApi().systemInfo();
assertTrue(systemInfo.jenkinsVersion().equals("1.642.4"));

In this scenario, think of the client as a car you are building to navigate through the roads of Jenkins API. The endPoint represents the destination where your car (the client) will drive to, and the credentials are the keys that unlock the gates to this destination. Just like a knowledgeable driver need to understand their vehicle, you too must ensure that the endpoint and credentials are correctly entered to successfully access the Jenkins world!

Latest Release Information

You can find the latest release in Maven using the following dependency format:

<dependency>
    <groupId>io.github.cdancy</groupId>
    <artifactId>jenkins-rest</artifactId>
    <version>X.Y.Z</version>
    <classifier>sources,javadoc,all</classifier>  
</dependency>

Documentation Resources

For your reference:

• JavaDocs can be found via GitHub Pages.
• Check the jenkins-rest wiki for more detailed information.

Property-Based Setup

You can also set up your client without hardcoding the endpoint or credentials directly in the code:

• System properties such as jenkins.rest.endpoint or environment variables like JENKINS_REST_ENDPOINT will supersede the defaults.
• For credentials, you can similarly use properties like jenkins.rest.api.token and so on, allowing for flexibility and security.

Understanding Credentials

The credentials for using the jenkins-rest can be provided in various formats:

• Using username and API token: admin:apiToken
• Using username and password: admin:password
• Using Base64 encoded username followed by password or API token: YWRtaW46cGFzc3dvcmQ= (for admin:password) or YWRtaW46YXBpVG9rZW4= (for admin:apiToken)

Testing with Jenkins REST Client

Testing with your client can be achieved through mock tests or by using a Docker instance:

.gradlew clean build mockTest
docker build -t jenkins-rest-jenkins src/main/docker
docker run -d --rm -p 8080:8080 --name jenkins-rest jenkins-rest-jenkins
.gradle clean build integTest

Just like an architect tests the strength of the foundation before building a skyscraper, ensure that your mock and integration tests successfully validate your setup!

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If you encounter problems while setting up or using the Jenkins REST client, here are some troubleshooting ideas that may help:

• Ensure that Jenkins is running on the endpoint you specified.
• Double-check your credentials to avoid authentication errors.
• Verify the presence of required plugins and configurations.
• If using Docker, ensure there are no conflicting services running on the same port.
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