This is a huge update for BoringGroups, focused on performance, stability, and future-proofing the plugin. I've been working hard behind the scenes to completely refactor the codebase and add some powerful new features for server owners.



The Scalability Update: MySQL Support!


The biggest new feature is optional MySQL support! You can now switch from the default YAML file storage to a high-performance MySQL database. This is highly recommended for larger servers or networks that want faster, more reliable data handling for player groups and permissions.

Don't worry, YAML is still the default and works perfectly for most servers! To switch, simply edit the new storage section in your config.yml and restart.



Complete Code Refactor


This update also includes a complete internal refactor. I've reorganized the entire codebase to make it cleaner, more efficient, and much easier to add new features in the future. This means better stability for you and faster updates for me!



New Admin Tools & Quality of Life


I've also added some new tools to make managing your server even easier:

• New Settings Menu: The previously unused 'Settings' button in the GUI now opens a new menu for plugin-wide actions.
  
  
• In-Game Reloader: You can now reload all the plugin's configuration files (config.yml, groups.yml, emojis.yml) directly from the new settings menu without needing to restart the entire server.
  
  
• Help & Information GUI: A new help section in the settings menu provides in-game explanations for features like prefixes, emojis, and permissions.