By name: jetpack description: > Resolves AndroidX/Jetpack library information including version lookup, package-to-Maven-coordinate conversion, and source code downloading. Provides tools for inspecting Jetpack library implementations. Use when working with androidx libraries, resolving Maven coordinates, downloading Jetpack source code, checking library versions (alpha/beta/stable/snapshot), or inspecting AndroidX class implementations. Triggers: androidx, jetpack, maven coordinate, jetpack source, library version, snapshot, alpha, beta. compatibility: >- Requires curl, xmllint (libxml2-utils), jar (JDK), jq, perl. Needs network access to dl.google.com, androidx.dev, and cs.android.com.
Jetpack Library Utilities
Important: Use Script First
ALWAYS use scripts/jetpack over raw curl and xmllint commands. The
script is located in the scripts/ subdirectory of this skill's folder. It
provides features that raw commands do not:
- Package-to-coordinate resolution with exceptions table
- Code search integration for finding artifacts by class name
- Version type handling (ALPHA, BETA, STABLE, SNAPSHOT)
- Kotlin Multiplatform platform-specific source detection
- Build ID resolution for pinned snapshots
When to read the script source: If the script doesn't do exactly what you need, or fails due to missing dependencies, read the script source. It encodes Maven repository URL patterns, version filtering logic, and package naming heuristics—use it as reference when building similar functionality.
Quick Start
Requirements: curl, xmllint (libxml2-utils), jar (JDK), jq, perl.
Highest-Value Commands
- Inspect a class (most common):
scripts/jetpack inspect androidx.wear.tiles.TileService - Search for a library:
scripts/jetpack search androidx.wear.compose - Check stable version:
scripts/jetpack version androidx.wear.tiles:tiles STABLE - Resolve package to Maven coordinate:
scripts/jetpack resolve androidx.lifecycle.ViewModel - Download bleeding-edge source:
scripts/jetpack source androidx.compose.ui:ui SNAPSHOT - Download reference sample code:
scripts/jetpack-samples androidx.compose.remote:remote-creation-compose
Subcommand Overview
version
Purpose: Get specific version type (ALPHA, BETA, SNAPSHOT, etc.) for a
package. Usage: scripts/jetpack version PACKAGE [TYPE] [REPO] Options:
ALPHA, BETA, RC, STABLE, LATEST, SNAPSHOT.
list versions
Purpose: List all versions for a package. Usage:
scripts/jetpack list versions PACKAGE [REPO]
resolve
Purpose: Convert Android package/class name to Maven coordinate. Usage:
scripts/jetpack resolve PACKAGE_OR_CLASS Note: Uses heuristic rules and an
exceptions table.
search
Purpose: Search for artifacts by package or class name. Usage:
scripts/jetpack search [OPTIONS] QUERY Options: --index (package names),
--code (class names), --force (rebuild cache).
source
Purpose: Download and extract source JARs. Usage:
scripts/jetpack source PACKAGE... [VERSION] Options: --output DIR to
specify destination, --find PATTERN to locate specific files.
inspect
Purpose: Convenience wrapper combining search/resolve + source.
Usage: scripts/jetpack inspect CLASS_NAME [VERSION] Note: Best for
quickly checking implementation details; uses code search if direct resolution
fails.
list dependencies
Purpose: List direct Maven dependencies for an artifact. Usage:
scripts/jetpack list dependencies ARTIFACT [VERSION]
resolve-exceptions
Purpose: Find missing exceptions for the resolve command. Usage:
scripts/jetpack resolve-exceptions COORDINATE [VERSION]
Standalone Scripts
scripts/jetpack-samples
Purpose: Download non-published reference samples and integration tests.
Usage: scripts/jetpack-samples ARTIFACT [--output DIR] Details:
Locates files from the AOSP source structure and aggregates into readable
components locally.
Version Types
Symbolic (Floating)
Resolves to the latest matching version at runtime.
- ALPHA: Latest alpha (e.g.,
1.2.0-alpha05) - BETA: Latest beta (e.g.,
1.2.0-beta02) - RC: Latest release candidate (e.g.,
1.2.0-rc01) - STABLE: Latest stable release (e.g.,
1.1.0) - LATEST: Latest version of any kind.
- SNAPSHOT: Latest build from
androidx.dev.
Pinned (Immutable)
Always resolve to the exact same code.
- Version String: Specific version (e.g.,
1.6.0-alpha01). - Build ID: Specific snapshot build (e.g.,
14710011fromandroidx.dev/snapshots/builds).
Common Workflows
Inspecting a Class Implementation
cd "$(scripts/jetpack inspect androidx.wear.tiles.TileService)"
# Browse source files...
Finding a Library
# Find libraries related to 'wear.compose'
scripts/jetpack search androidx.wear.compose
# Find which artifact contains 'RemoteImage'
scripts/jetpack search RemoteImage
Checking Available Versions
# List all versions
scripts/jetpack list versions androidx.wear.tiles:tiles
# Check specific version types
scripts/jetpack version androidx.wear.tiles:tiles ALPHA
scripts/jetpack version androidx.wear.tiles:tiles SNAPSHOT
Working with Bleeding-Edge Code
scripts/jetpack source androidx.compose.remote:remote-creation-compose SNAPSHOT
Finding Maven Coordinate
scripts/jetpack resolve androidx.core.splashscreen.SplashScreen
# Output: androidx.core:core-splashscreen
Safety Notes
- Network Access: Requires access to
dl.google.com,androidx.dev, andcs.android.com. - SNAPSHOTs: Change frequently; use pinned versions or Build IDs for reproducibility.
- Kotlin Multiplatform:
sourceandinspectautomatically download platform-specific sources (e.g.,-android,-desktop) if detected in the POM.
Reference Material
- Command Reference: Detailed usage, arguments, and raw commands for all subcommands. See references/command-index.md.
- Troubleshooting: Solutions for network errors, missing dependencies, and search failures. See references/troubleshooting.md.