Something I found helpful for getting started was javahelper. It contains a tool called jh_makepkg that will create a debian directory with all the necessary files for you. It makes a java library rather than a war, so you'd still have to customize your build a little or use the ant script option to produce a war.
I also found "The Debian System: Concepts and Techniques" pretty good: http://www.amazon.com/Debian-System-Concepts-Techniques/dp/1593270690?tag=gametroll-20 regards, Richard. -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]

