Build Pipeline
A custom ScriptableObject-based build pipeline specifically designed to streamline the dual-target build process for NetPad applications. The build pipeline automates building both the game (server) and controller (client) in a single operation.
Features
Dual-Target Building
Game Build Settings: Configure standalone game executable
Build target (e.g., StandaloneWindows64)
Scene list for game builds
Destination path for game executable
Development build options
Controller Build Settings: Configure Android controller APK
Build target (Android)
Scene list for controller builds
Destination path for APK output
Development build options
Automation Features
Automatic APK Copy: Copies built controller APK to StreamingAssets folder for web distribution
Sequential Building: Builds controller first, then game (or vice versa)
Destination Cleanup: Option to clear destination folders before building
Scene Execution: Option to run the first game scene after successful build
Configuration
Build Settings Structure
[Serializable]
public class BuildSettings
{
public BuildTarget BuildTarget;
public List<string> Scenes;
public string DestinationPath;
public bool DevelopmentBuild;
public bool ConnectProfiler;
public bool ScriptDebugging;
public bool ClearDestinationFolderBeforeBuild;
}Pipeline Settings
GameBuildSettings: Configuration for standalone game builds
ControllerBuildSettings: Configuration for Android controller builds
RunSceneAfterBuild: Whether to launch first scene after building
CopyController: Whether to copy APK to StreamingAssets
Usage
Creating Build Pipeline
Right-click in Project window
Navigate to
Create > NetPad > Build PipelineConfigure build settings for both targets
Set appropriate scenes and destination paths
Build Process
Configure Game section:
Add game scenes
Set build target (e.g., StandaloneWindows64)
Set destination path
Configure Controller section:
Add controller scenes
Set build target to Android
Set APK destination path
Click "Build Controller & Game" to start automated build
Development Workflow Benefits
Faster Iterations: Single-click building of both targets
Consistent Output: Standardized build process reduces errors
Web Distribution Ready: Automatic APK copying for web server distribution
Development Optimization: Built-in support for development builds and profiling
Scene Testing: Option to immediately test builds after completion
The build pipeline significantly reduces manual build processes and increases development productivity by handling the complex dual-target nature of NetPad applications automatically.
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