Optimized incremental compilation and better support for Java Toolchains, making builds more predictable across different environments.
Upgraded from API level 1.4, allowing developers to use modern Kotlin features and Java 11+ libraries directly within build scripts. gradle-8.0.2-bin.zip download
Open your profile script (e.g., ~/.bashrc or ~/.zshrc ) and add: export PATH=$PATH:/opt/gradle/gradle-8.0.2/bin . 3. Verify Installation Open a new terminal window and run the following command: gradle -v Use code with caution. Open Environmental Variables via System Properties
To run Gradle from any terminal, you must add its bin directory to your system's PATH . Open Environmental Variables via System Properties. Under System Variables , select Path and click Edit . This version introduced significant performance boosts
If you’re looking to optimize your build process with the stable release of the 8.x branch, downloading the file is the standard starting point. This version introduced significant performance boosts, particularly through the refinement of the Configuration Cache and improved Kotlin DSL support. Direct Download Link
Now fully compatible with core plugins, reducing configuration time by caching the results of the configuration phase and reusing them in subsequent builds.