JobServer.NET for Windows has an extensible plug-in architecture. This plug-in functionality is already utilized by the variety of functionalities that is included with JobServer.NET. This reinforces that the plug-in functionality is not just an added-on feature, but rather how it is a critical part of how the platform works. The included plug-ins work smoothly and efficiently and provide all of the built-in features, while simultaneously integrating completely transparently with any other add-on plug-ins. This flexible plug-in architecture means that developers have a first-class method to build completely custom plug-ins that fit perfectly into your own IT infrastructure.

Plug-ins are dynamically recognized and loaded as needed by the JobServer. This means that any plug-ins, including custom plug-ins, are fully capable of being updated with new versions without stopping JobServer.NET or even stopping other unrelated running jobs. It is a powerful way to keep your enterprise operations running smoothly even during active maintenance.

In JobServer.NET, plug-ins will come in two different types. There two types are triggers and modules. Each of these specific types of plug-in, has its own use.