🌟 zAPI - Effortless Library for Paper Plugins

🚀 Getting Started

Welcome to zAPI, a simple library designed for creating Paper-based plugins for Minecraft. This guide will help you easily download and run zAPI so you can start developing your very own Minecraft plugins without any hassle.

📦 Download zAPI

🔗 Visit the Releases Page

To get started, visit the Releases page to download the latest version of zAPI.

Visit the Releases Page

💻 System Requirements

To run zAPI, you will need the following:

• A computer running Minecraft server software (Paper, Spigot, or Purpur).
• Java version 8 or higher. You can check your Java version by running java -version in your command line.
• Sufficient storage space for the plugin and any related files.

🔧 Installation Steps

Follow these steps to install zAPI on your server:

1. Download the Plugin
   Go to the Releases page and choose the latest version. Click on the download link for the jar file.

2. Locate Your Server Folder
   Find the folder where your Minecraft server is installed. This should contain folders like plugins, world, etc.

3. Upload the Plugin
   Drag and drop the downloaded .jar file into the plugins folder in your server directory.

4. Start Your Server
   If your server is not running, start it now. If it is running, restart it to load zAPI.

5. Verify Installation
   Check the server console for messages related to zAPI. You should see a confirmation that the plugin has loaded successfully.

⚙️ Configuration

Once installed, you might want to configure zAPI Settings. Follow these steps:

1. Find the Configuration Folder
   In the plugins directory, there will be a folder named zAPI. Open it to find configuration files.

2. Edit Configuration
   Use a text editor to make changes to the configuration files as needed.

3. Save Changes
   Remember to save any changes you make. Restart your server for the changes to take effect.

📜 Using zAPI

Now that zAPI is installed, you can start creating Paper-based plugins. Here are some features and capabilities:

• Easy Integration: zAPI allows developers to easily integrate custom features into their plugins.
• Performance Optimized: It is designed for performance, ensuring minimal lag on your server.
• Comprehensive Documentation: Access the documentation for detailed guides on using various components of zAPI.

❓ Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues, here are some common problems and their solutions:

• Plugin Not Loading:
  Ensure you are using a compatible version of Minecraft server software and that Java is correctly installed.

• Errors in Console:
  Review any error messages in your server's console. These can provide clues on what may be going wrong. Common issues include missing dependencies or incorrect configuration.

• Performance Issues:
  If your server runs slowly, check for other plugins that may conflict with zAPI. Try disabling them one at a time to isolate the issue.

🔍 Community Support

If you need additional help or want to connect with other users, consider:

• Joining Minecraft and plugin development forums.
• Exploring the issues section on our GitHub page.
• Asking questions in dedicated Discord servers for Minecraft development.

📧 Feedback and Contributions

Your input is valuable. If you have suggestions for improvements or features, share them by opening an issue on the GitHub page. If you want to contribute code, feel free to fork the repository and submit a pull request.

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By following these steps, you will successfully download, install, and start using zAPI for your Minecraft plugin development. Enjoy creating!