Package a Liberty server using developer tools

We can create a compressed file containing a server runtime environment, server configuration, and applications using the packaging wizard.

Because a Liberty server is lightweight, we might find it useful to package up the applications and server in a compressed file. We can then store this package, distribute it to colleagues, use it to deploy the application to a different location or to another machine, or even embed it in your product distribution.

1. In the Servers view, stop the server.

2. Select...
   server (right-click) > Utilities > Package Server

3. In the Package Server page, in the Archive field, type a filename and path for your archive package, or click Browse to locate a filename and path. This filename can include a full path name. If the full path is omitted, a compressed file called package.zip is created in the ${server.output.dir} directory.

4. In the Include field, select whether to include:
   • Full runtime (all)
   • Minimal runtime (minify)
   • No runtime (usr)

   For details on these include options, see Package a Liberty server from the command prompt topic.

5. Click Finish.