Java

Why another Telegram bot framework? Building Telegram bots is straightforward — the API is well-documented, and there are dozens of libraries in every language. However, most existing Java frameworks share the same fundamental limitation: they process updates sequentially on blocking threads. This works fine for hobby projects handling a few messages per minute, but it becomes a bottleneck the moment your bot needs to serve thousands of concurrent users, handle complex multi-step workflows, or integrate with other microservices in a distributed system. ...

Why Maven Central? If you maintain an open-source Java library, Maven Central is the standard distribution channel. It is the default repository for Gradle and Maven, meaning any developer can add your library as a dependency without configuring custom repositories. Publishing there gives your project discoverability, trust, and seamless integration into existing build pipelines. However, the publishing process has changed significantly in recent years. If you have published to Maven Central before using the legacy OSSRH (OSS Repository Hosting) workflow, much of what you know no longer applies. This article covers the current process using the new Central Portal, including what changed and why your old setup may have stopped working. ...