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Release Notes: Version 1.0.0

This release of BuildNinja introduces advanced automation capabilities along with enhanced security and user management features. It is intended for production use, providing a stable and reliable platform for building, testing, and managing CI/CD workloads.

Released: 23 December 2025

Docker Images:

  • grapehub/buildninja-server:1.0.0
  • grapehub/buildninja-agent:1.0.0

What's New​

  • Enhanced agent security endpoints for safer communication
  • Added Config File runner for YAML-based build execution
  • Introduced Build Queue Reordering and Triggers for better automation
  • Added configuration download support
  • Enhanced Dashboard with a system-level “At a Glance” view
  • Added Email Notifications and improved Installer flow

Features​

  • Agent Security Improvement: Strengthened agent security endpoints for secure interactions between BuildNinja Server and Agents.
  • Config File Runner: Fetches the YAML file from the project repository and executes build steps on the assigned agent.
  • Build Queue Reordering: Enables administrators to reorder queued builds based on project priority.
  • Configuration Download: Allows users to download build step configurations as a YAML file.
  • Triggers: Enables scheduled build execution using CRON-based scheduling.
  • Dashboard: Introduces a unified system dashboard with an “At a Glance” view for builds and agents.
  • Login Page: Redesigned login and signup interface for a modernized authentication flow.
  • Agent Requirements: Displays required system specifications for suitable build agents.
  • Email Notification: Allows users to receive build updates and deployment notifications via email.
  • Installer: Enhanced installer for smoother setup, dependency checks, and improved user flow.

Installation​

# Download the Docker image.
docker pull grapehub/buildninja-server:1.0.0

# Run the container from the downloaded image.
docker run -d -p 8080:8080 --name buildninja grapehub/buildninja-server:1.0.0

Licensing​

Licensing for BuildNinja is governed by the official BuildNinja Licensing PolicyBuildNinja offers full access to all features of the platform for all users. However, there is an important distinction in how build execution functions depending on the user’s status.. Please review the policy for details on license types and usage limitations.

Feedback​

Report any issues at hello@grapehub.io.