release-management

Automate software release workflows with semantic-release and conventional commits.

21|2|Updated Nov 5, 2023
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sgcarstrends/sgcarstrends --skill release-management-sgcarstrends
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: release-management
Source: https://github.com/sgcarstrends/sgcarstrends/tree/main/.claude/skills/release-management
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sgcarstrends/sgcarstrends --skill release-management-sgcarstrends

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates releases using semantic-release, generates release notes, manages versions, and optionally publishes packages, reducing manual release overhead.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Semantic Release: Automatic version bumps based on conventional commits.
  • Changelog & Tags: Auto-generated changelog and GitHub releases with notes.
  • Publishing: Optional publishing to npm or registries.

Quick Start

Push changes to main to trigger an automated release with npx semantic-release or configure a workflow to run on merge.

Frequently Asked Questions about release-management

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate version bumps and releases in my CI/CD pipeline?▼

Semantic-release automatically bumps versions based on conventional commits, generates changelogs, creates Git tags, and publishes GitHub releases. Push to main to trigger the workflow with npx semantic-release or configure it in your CI pipeline to run on merge.

Can I generate release notes automatically from my Git commits?▼

Yes, semantic-release reads conventional commits from your history and auto-generates release notes with categorized changes. These notes are published to GitHub releases alongside version tags without manual editing.

What's the difference between semantic versioning and manual release management?▼

Semantic versioning derives version numbers from commit types—breaking changes bump major, features bump minor, fixes bump patch. This eliminates human guesswork and keeps releases consistent across projects and teams.

Do I need to manually publish packages after semantic-release creates a version?▼

No. Semantic-release can optionally publish to npm or other registries automatically after tagging. Configure publishing credentials in your CI environment to push releases without manual steps.

What commit format does semantic-release require?▼

Semantic-release follows conventional commits: commit messages like `feat: new feature` or `fix: bug fix` trigger version bumps. Titles starting with `BREAKING CHANGE:` bump major versions. Tools that enforce this format integrate seamlessly with the workflow.