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Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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01/08/2013 3:56 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

Finally decided to submit this as a mod
http://www.planetminecraft.com/mod/craf ... ontroller/
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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01/07/2013 2:40 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

sorry but I just found out that 1.2.7 RC1 didn't have the new updater included...

Here is the link to RC2 which has the new update notifications.
I strongly urge everyone to update to this release. i'm using it on 2 of my servers and it's rock solid with no issues, and the new update notifier will let you know if there is a new release, what type of release (dev or stable) and have a link so your just a click away from downloading it
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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01/07/2013 9:49 am
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

If you don't have twitter but want to see what all's being tweeted about our latest stuff, check www.craftycontroller.com - all our tweets are on the front page

since 1.2.7 is RC and rock solid on our servers we decided to start working on 1.2.8 - alpha. 1.2.8 is a huge re-build. Features will stay the same, and not much added at this time, but the code will be cleaner/faster

One new addition to the features is "user logging". Now when a person starts/stops/ban etc, their username is listed in the log. Helpful if multiple people manage the server.
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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01/07/2013 8:00 am
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

1.2.7-RC-Build 1 is released!

Very stable and the updater works, so when new versions are released you will be notified by the app!

This build is right before Stable, Development for this version has stopped, short of patches/bug fixes. This will be considered stable in about a week or so if we have no bug reports. So we need your help testing people.
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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01/05/2013 8:16 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

1.2.7-beta is released as "beta", it's a "dev" build but really stable on my server's.

Release Info and Download Link Available Here

Getting close to a decent RC and perhaps Stable soon guys

I'm really excited about what we have planned for 1.2.8
Overhauled interface, and lots of new features are planned

Cheers
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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01/04/2013 3:39 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

1.2.7-alpha is released to the public as 'dev' build. Which mean's it works for me, you can try it out and let us know how it works for you

http://bit.ly/100NRxE

Cheers
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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01/03/2013 11:20 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

Courious whats fixed/added in 1.2.7-alpha?

Here is the current changelog / announcement - http://bit.ly/X4JnAB <-- the download link should be posted tomorrow sometime in the afternoon. If your running 1.2.6 beta you should get an update notice, however, still check as there was a problem with that code that got fixed in this version, so you may not be notified of the update.

If all goes well, it will be released tomorrow afternoon as a "dev" build. So if you're one of those crazy guys who like to experiment, and your feeling froggy, you might wanna give it a whirl.

even thought it's labeled an alpha, i consider it more stable than the current 1.2.6-beta. Speaking off....
We are moving closer to 1.2.6-RC and it should be released in about a week. No issues have been reported so far so the beta seems to be running well

if you have an issue, use the forums on crafycontroller.com or email me phil@craftycontroller.com either zippy or I will get back with you.

cheers!
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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01/03/2013 2:39 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

Quick update

Hung Server Detection
CMC (crafty minecraft controller) now has the ability to 'auto-restart' the server incase of a crash. We do this in a different way than most bash scripts out there. We actually check to see if you can establish a connection to the server. This means it can detect a "hung" server. Even if it doesn't close and just sits there. The hung detection is configurable so you can check every X minutes (default is 15 minutes)

Track our progress on twitter @craftycontrol

We have an open beta going on right now.
Here is the info: http://www.craftycontroller.com/forums/ ... hp?f=5&t=4
Please use the forum or pm/email zippy for support issues.

1.2.7-alpha
I'm still working hard on Version 1.2.7 and making great progress. More things coming down the pipe such as an automated bukkit updater, better backups, and player management (delete players files ect..)

The Future
One idea I had for future versions was essentials configuration...any interest in that?

Cheers!
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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01/02/2013 9:59 am
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

Ok guys.
Got some great things coming down the pipe.

If you have twitter you can follow the devs at @craftycontrol

I am starting 1.2.7 while 1.2.6 is being tested by a few people.
New features are getting added such as auto-restart on server crash, CMC update notifications, better user control, and some other things like a page to control some settings for the app.

The main site for the app is almost done and we will update you guys on that soon.
We will have a wiki and support forums.

Cheers!
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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12/31/2012 1:32 am
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

There are enough commercial products out there. I always try to go Open Source when looking for programs, I figured what they hay, time to give some back

That said, there is an unintrusive donate link
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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12/30/2012 11:36 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

RoboSharksCan I start testing it now ....


If anyone else wants to help test the alpha release send me or zippy a PM. We are ready for a few testers...i don't want to do a public beta until we are in "beta"


I officially closed "alpha" code last night and did a clean/fresh install on my testing server and all seemed well.

This system is usable...provided it all works like it does on my server. You should be able:

change all options in your server.properties

start | stop server

Op | Deop | Ban | Unban | Kick Players

View server log (warnings are highlighted)

send "say " commands to the server (as if from console)

Create Backups Manually

Create any number of users for the system (currently user levels are unused but assigned)

Also, this whole system looks great on my tablet...the menu is abit wonky on my phone...but the tablet looks as good as a desktop browser. just FWIW.

I have detailed (if not overly detailed) instructions on how to set it up...boils down to like 4 steps, but also includes "find out where bukkit is installed" and "unzip files" ... I made them as bullet proof as possible.

Beta code has started and is a huge improvement already regarding some features I wish I had added to the alpha.

Until the project site is setup, I'm going to be using this thread for all info regarding the system...I can't really post it as a "mod" as i'm not a high enough level or something. I will be editing my initial post with requirements, current release, etc etc...

Thanks and Cheers!
ptarrant
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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12/28/2012 11:01 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

Hi Guys,
Just popping in for an update

Backups
Manual Backups work (you can even delete them if you wish)
we will be working on those in the future...as thats one of my big projects.
Here is a look at the interface -> http://imgur.com/oczbv.png

Users
Users management is currently working, although there is no difference in user levels yet Here is a look at it's interface for now -> http://imgur.com/wND8A.png

Autoinstaller
We also have an auto installer / reinstaller.
When you first navigate to the page, it will check for a settings.json file, if not there it will auto-start the installer and ask you 3 very simple questions (admin username, pass and where bukkit is installed). Then your off!

Need to reinstall? Simple, ssh into your server, delete the settings.json file and boom the installer will take over again.

We are coming up on a "feature freeze" ALA Ubuntu style of development. So In a few days, We will lock down the alpha and stop adding new features, release the alpha and start working on beta.

Website
We have bought a domain for this project and are in the process of getting some docs, screenshots, etc etc setup on it...that's is kinda a back burner thing but something to look forward to.

Cheers!
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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12/28/2012 9:26 am
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

We aren't ready for it now, however, if you want and are able, we could use some documentation on how to do things and how to do specific operations once we have a solid beta or release candidate.

Keep watching this thread and I'll get back with you once we post a decent beta or RC.
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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12/28/2012 8:43 am
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

do you have a server that runs linux and has the other required software?

Requirements:
Apache/PHP5
Screen
SQLite support for apache

I'm getting close to having an alpha release ready.
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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12/27/2012 8:30 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

Thanks KingVJoker!

I've been putting a lot of work into design, but also had some time to get the 'commands' section pretty well complete.

You can ban/unban/kick players all from the webpage/app. You also have the ability to send "custom commands" to the server in case you have a plugin we didn't think about. So if you wanted to send /creepers goboom! you have that option.

Here is a lookie
http://i.imgur.com/BzAb3.png

Also, just to get an idea:
Besides Robosharks how many of you guys wanna help alpha test this beast?
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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12/26/2012 7:13 am
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

Here are some Screenshots of the Interface currently, Keep in mind, interface is subject to change.

Main "overview"
http://imgur.com/ty8Md

Config Page
http://imgur.com/LkcGq

*note the config page loads with the current settings already filled out / selected.*

@roboshark - Let us get these other few pages usable (backups for one) and the user management system styled and we will get you the alpha download link ASAP.

Keep in mind, currently you only need the following installed on your server:
Apache/PHP5
SQLite Support
Screen (almost EVERY linux distro has this)
www-data needs read/write/execute access to the folder where bukkit is installed and where it's ran from:

I.E. /bukkit and /var/www/

FYI:
I tried to make this as light as possible...it's currently being developed on a dual core 1.8ghz machine with 4gb ram...with about 5 players. if that can run bukkit and this system with no real load issues...anything can
MOD_rewrite isn't required but is possible if you want to make the URL's pretty
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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12/25/2012 10:23 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

Zippy and I have been busy. we are making great headway and expect to be releasing an "Alpha" for people to test. We expect the release to happen within Jan.

Current Features:
General Info Page, with load monitoring
Server.properties config via a form
Stop/Start server via buttons
Server Log Parsing (minimal - warning/severe in red) - chat coming soon
Send server commands straight to console via forms
unlimted Users
Banned Players Listing (unban buttons later)

soon to be coded into alpha:
backup (manual, scheduled backups will be later)
remove players.dat files from world.

just an update. screenshots will come later...

thanks
Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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12/11/2012 3:27 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

Here is the server config area, I've been busy today

Form not pretty enough, I might have help with that...

@zippy, I sent you a PM, but not sure if it actually sent correctly.


Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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12/10/2012 10:28 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

Oh, here is an updated Screen Grab

The CPU load refreshes every 5, and colors change, green < 50%, Yellow 50-75%, Red 75%+

Same with memory.

The server config tab shows your entire server.properties file in a nice form with dropdown values on boolean settings, and other "limited" things such as difficulty.

Soon to come is the save portion, *** SEE EDIT BELOW*** You will have to give a SUDO login/password in the config to get this to work as php/apache doesn't have write access to folders, especially since your bukkit/minecraft more than likely isn't in /var/www

/end geekness

/edit - I opted to just require users to give ww-data read/write/execute privledges to bukkit/minecrafts folder. Seems wiser, a sudo login/password even if encrypted just urked me from the start. as long as apache/php has permission in the folders, your fine.


Minecraft/Modding Webpage Server Controller [PHP / UNIX]
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12/10/2012 8:49 pm
Level 14 : Journeyman Modder
ptarrant

Posting this just so others know this project isn't dead

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