FillRaidBots 2.0.3 (a PCP Extension) Client 1.12.1

[pumpan]

Hello! My in-game nickname is Williamsaf.

I've been working on an addon called FillRaidBots, which acts as an extension to the PCP Addon (PartyBot Command Panel). I developed this to enhance the raiding experience here on Solocraft. If any GMs want to show their appreciation, I certainly wouldn't mind getting VIP status—this would help me further develop the addon and maybe even add some exclusive VIP features!

Note: This addon is developed for WoW 1.12.1

You can find the addon and additional information on my GitHub page:
https://github.com/pumpan/FillRaidBots
make sure to rename the map to FillRaidBots

There is also a version for client 1.14.2 wich can be found here:
https://forum.solocraft.org/viewtopic.php?t=659



Overview
FillRaidBots is an extension for the PartyBot Command Panel (PCP) for World of Warcraft (WoW) 1.12.1. It allows users to efficiently fill a raid with bots and manage them via an intuitive command panel. The addon offers features like preset raid configurations, bot message suppression to reduce chat spam, automated bot removal to streamline raid management, and more.


Features

Automated Interface Creation
Automatically creates and opens the "Fill Raid" and "Kick All" buttons when the PCP is accessed.

Fill Raid Button
Opens a frame where users can specify the number of bots to add.
Includes predefined presets for various raid instances, simplifying the raid setup.

Kick All Button
Removes all bots from the raid while keeping one bot to avoid disbanding.

Refill Button
Replaces bots that die and are removed during gameplay.

Settings Menu
Enable automatic removal of dead bots.
Suppress bot messages for a cleaner interface.
Enable to move the "Fill Raid" and "Kick All" buttons
Enable Refill button
Automated Bot Removal
Automatically removes dead bots from the raid to streamline raid management.

Presets
You can set up your own presets by editing Presets.lua or try the ones I have created for different raids and instances.

Feedback and Suggestions
Feedback and suggestions are greatly appreciated! Feel free to share any thoughts or ideas to improve the addon. Your input will help me make it even better.

Changelog:

FillraidBots 2.0.3

• New: Added logic to prevent kicking players in the same guild when adding bots, when a player dies, or when using the "Kick All" button.

• 🛠 Fixed: Resolved an issue where players using a non-English client language received an error.

• Version updated: To 2.0.3. This update introduces significant improvements to functionality and fixes, marking it as a minor update.

FillraidBots 2.0.2

• Now detects the player's faction and load the appropriate presets for Horde or Alliance.

• 🛠 Improved: Healing sorting.

• Version updated: From 2.0.1 to 2.0.2.

Fillraidbots 2.0.1

• Improved: Made the process of adding bots a little faster.

• Added: Bots are now added in a new way: healers are added first, sorted into different groups, and then all other classes are added.

• 🛠 Fixed: Adjusted and fixed some presets for better functionality.

• Version updated: From 2.0.0 to 2.0.1.

Fillraidbots 2.0.0

• Added: A debugger window for when debugging is enabled. All debug messages are now sent here instead of cluttering the chat window.

• Added: A version checker that notifies you if a newer version of the addon is available.

• Added: Logic to distribute healers evenly across the raid when bots are added. (not 100%)

• Added: Class and role detection in the raid, enabling new functionality such as managing bots based on their roles.

• Added: A new "Refill Raid" button, which replaces bots that die and are removed during gameplay.

• 🛠 Fixed: The /uninviteraid slash handler to prevent conflicts with WoW's native commands like /kick and /uninvite, which were unintentionally uninviting the entire raid. (Reported by Gemma)

• Version updated: From 1.2.0 to 2.0.0, marking this as a major update due to significant new features and functionality improvements.

Fillraidbots 1.2.0

• 🛠 Fixed: Since the latest server update, which prevents adding bots while in combat, an issue occurred where adding certain bots, such as warriors or hunters, caused you to enter combat for a few seconds. This created a problem where the addon attempted to add bots when they couldn't be added. I have now fixed it so that the addon detects when you're in combat and pauses until you're out of combat.

• 🛠 Added: The ability to move the 'fill raid' and 'kick all' buttons if this is enabled in the settings."

• 🛠 Added: A version number to the FillRaidFrame so that it's easier to see which version you're using.

• Version updated: Incremented from 1.1.0 to 1.2.0 to reflect both the addition of new features (movable buttons and visible version number) and the resolution of a bug related to combat behavior. This update introduces functional improvements while maintaining backward compatibility.

Fillraidbots 1.1.0

• 🛠 Added: : Checks if you are in a raid and there is still 1 old bot remaining. Removes the old bot when there are 10 new bots in the raid.

• 🛠 Added: : If you are playing with someone else and are not the leader or an officer, the "remove bot" function is disabled.

• Version updated: From 1.0.0 to 1.1.0, indicating bug fixes.

[fluxsioux]

Hi!

Nice work but I get an Error after login with my char.
I hope the folowing error message could help you debugging

Client 1.12.1

Interface\AddOns\FillRaidBots\UISettings.lua:
36: attempt to index global-
•_G' (a nil value)

Best regards

[pumpan]

Hi!

Nice work but I get an Error after login with my char.
I hope the folowing error message could help you debugging

Client 1.12.1

Interface\AddOns\FillRaidBots\UISettings.lua:
36: attempt to index global-
•_G' (a nil value)

Best regards

Many Thanks for the bug report!
i have removed the if statement completley so it should work now.

[pumpan]

New Version 1.1.0
Update:

Added: Checks if you are in a raid and there is still 1 old bot remaining. Removes the old bot when there are 10 new bots in the raid.
Added: If you are playing with someone else and are not the leader or an officer, the "remove bot" function is disabled.

[Dedirtyone]

Hey,

First off, love the addon! This has already been a great QoL addition.

Two quick suggestions:

• Have the separate anchor for the new buttons (Fill and Kill). I suggest this because when using a different PCP layout (the many versions provided by Plutarch), The current position can sometimes throw things off a bit.

• Next would be around the auto-remove dead function. This a *really* nice capability, but unlike the "kill" function, it will remove everyone from the raid if you wipe.

Thanks for the great work on this!
-Ded

[pumpan]

Hey,

First off, love the addon! This has already been a great QoL addition.

Two quick suggestions:

• Have the separate anchor for the new buttons (Fill and Kill). I suggest this because when using a different PCP layout (the many versions provided by Plutarch), The current position can sometimes throw things off a bit.

• Next would be around the auto-remove dead function. This a *really* nice capability, but unlike the "kill" function, it will remove everyone from the raid if you wipe.

Thanks for the great work on this!
-Ded

Hello and thanks for posting your suggestions!

• Answer to nr1:
  I haven’t tried the Plutarch PCP versions myself. Could you point me to where I can find them? Would allowing you to freely move the buttons help solve the issue?

• Answer to nr2: What version of the addon are you using? The current version is 1.1.0. The auto-remove dead bots feature should not be able to remove the last bot because it's prevented by this condition: "if GetNumRaidMembers() > 2 then", which ensures that there are more than 2 players in the raid before removing a bot. Removing the whole raid has never happened to me. Does this happen all the time?

Thanks again for your feedback!

[Dedirtyone]

Here's the other PCP Layouts I was referring to: https://plutarch862.wixsite.com/home

I'm not sure which version I'm running for the FilLRaidBots addon. I am using the 1.12.1 client right now. I'll try again later tonight. I noticed it in Naxx when I was doing the spider wing and suiciding warriors into the first few spider pacts. I could be using an old version by mistake, but I'll test again next time I log in and report back.

Btw, anyone give you that VIP membership yet?

[pumpan]

Here's the other PCP Layouts I was referring to: https://plutarch862.wixsite.com/home

I'm not sure which version I'm running for the FilLRaidBots addon. I am using the 1.12.1 client right now. I'll try again later tonight. I noticed it in Naxx when I was doing the spider wing and suiciding warriors into the first few spider pacts. I could be using an old version by mistake, but I'll test again next time I log in and report back.

Btw, anyone give you that VIP membership yet?

The version number for the FilLRaidBots addon is usually displayed in the chat when you load the game.

I'll also look into implementing a feature that allows you to move the "Fill Raid" and "Kick All" buttons to your desired position.

As for the VIP membership—still waiting, but I’m staying hopeful!

[anubis88]

Here's the other PCP Layouts I was referring to: https://plutarch862.wixsite.com/home

I'm not sure which version I'm running for the FilLRaidBots addon. I am using the 1.12.1 client right now. I'll try again later tonight. I noticed it in Naxx when I was doing the spider wing and suiciding warriors into the first few spider pacts. I could be using an old version by mistake, but I'll test again next time I log in and report back.

Btw, anyone give you that VIP membership yet?

The version number for the FilLRaidBots addon is usually displayed in the chat when you load the game.

I'll also look into implementing a feature that allows you to move the "Fill Raid" and "Kick All" buttons to your desired position.

As for the VIP membership—still waiting, but I’m staying hopeful!

You can still dream about VIP, you will never get it for free, it has been 1 month since your first post and you have got no answer so far.
Good work though.

[pumpan]

You can still dream about VIP, you will never get it for free, it has been 1 month since your first post and you have got no answer so far.
Good work though.

I understand that VIP status isn’t given for free, and I didn’t have any real expectations of getting it just like that. My post was more of a lighthearted suggestion while I keep focusing on improving FillRaidBots/PCP addon and contributing to the community.
Even though granting me VIP wouldn’t actually cost them anything, it would help me free up more time to develop these addons by making the raids go faster.
Regardless, I find the development process rewarding and appreciate any feedback and support I can get. Thanks for commenting, and I hope you enjoy the addons!