I want to keep track of new versions of Java. I know there is an auto-update feature but I do not want to use it because of regulatory restrictions.
I have to confirm that our software works with the new Java version each time a new version of Java is released.
I want to build packages with the latest version so I want to be notified by mail when a new version arrives.
I found this website: http://java.com/de/download/faq/release_dates.xml and this txt file: http://java.com/applet/JreCurrentVersion2.txt
Is there a way to get a mail when it changes? Or even better, does anyone have an idea on how to do a script that downloads the latest version to my local server and starts building my package? What would be the programs needed?
You can use 3rd party service like Touchpine to monitor Java version updates. As of today there are currently Java and Java SE monitored. If needed you can request other software to be added. It's usually done within 48 hours.
As for automating the whole process - there are personalised RSS feeds and API on Touchpine which you can use for automation of the whole process.