A lightweight, modular Java application framework for module-based application.
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Gluon is a general-purpose modular framework written in Java. It provides a clean and extensible foundation for building highly scalable applications.
Unlike heavyweight enterprise frameworks, Gluon focuses on simplicity, modular boundaries, and developer control — making it ideal for custom platforms and extensible systems.
- Split your application into independent, composable modules.
- Clear separation of responsibilities.
- Clean boundaries and maintainable design.
- Minimal dependencies.
- Rewritable context and managers.
- No heavy runtime container required.
Gluon is built around a modular abstraction layer.
Each module:
Has a clearly defined lifecycle
Can declare dependencies
Can be initialized, loaded, or unloaded independently
Communicates through well-defined interfaces
The framework core is responsible for:
Module discovery
Dependency resolution
Lifecycle management
Bootstrapping
This structure enables scalable systems without tight coupling.
Gluon is especially suitable for:
- 🔧 Building plugin-based applications
- 🖥 Server platforms with hot-swappable light-weight components
- 📦 Other custom application containers
If your project requires module structure, Gluon is a clean alternative.
Note: Gluon is ideal when you need structure — not a full ecosystem.
git clone https://github.com/Grass-block/Gluon.git
- Clone the repository or download jars from releases:
- Set it as the library(along with all libs in libraries folder.)
- Build with your preferred build tool (Gradle/Maven depending on project setup).
Modules are the basic unit of functions.
Note that this layer can be re-packaged.
import me.gb2022.gluon.module.*;
@ApplicationModule(id="example",version="1.1")
public class ExampleModule implements AbstractModule {
default void initialize() throws Exception {
}
default void enable() throws Exception {
}
default void disable() throws Exception {
}
default void checkCompatibility() throws APIIncompatibleException {
}
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Licensed under LGPL-3.0.
You are free to use, modify, and integrate Gluon into your own projects under the terms of the license.