Does this skill require specific tools installed?

Yes, it requires the GitHub CLI (gh) to be installed and authenticated to automate the creation of releases on GitHub.

Is it compatible with non-Node.js projects?

While it specifically targets package.json for versioning, the general workflow for git tagging and changelog management can be adapted for various project types.

Can it automatically generate my entire changelog?

It helps you identify the relevant commits since the last release and provides a template for the CHANGELOG.md to ensure all updates are categorized correctly.

What is the primary benefit of the Chorus Release skill?

It eliminates manual errors during the release process by providing a standardized workflow for versioning, changelog management, and repository tagging.

How does it handle versioning logic?

The skill follows Semantic Versioning (SemVer) principles, guiding the user to choose patch, minor, or major increments based on the nature of the changes.

Chorus Release Manager

Name: Chorus Release Manager
Author: Chorus-AIDLC

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Deployment & DevOps

Standardizes and automates the software release lifecycle including changelog updates, version bumping, and GitHub release creation.

The Chorus Release skill provides a robust, step-by-step framework for managing the deployment of new software versions. It guides developers through the entire release pipeline—from identifying commit diffs and generating structured CHANGELOG.md entries to ensuring SemVer compliance in package files. By leveraging the GitHub CLI, it automates the creation of formal releases and tags, ensuring that every version update is consistent, well-documented, and error-free. This skill is essential for maintainers looking to professionalize their release workflow and improve transparency with their user base.

Key Features

01Automated commit diff analysis for changelog generation

02Standardized CHANGELOG.md formatting by category (Added, Changed, Fixed)

03Automated GitHub release and git tag creation via gh CLI

04378 GitHub stars

05Pre-flight verification checklist for clean release states

06Semantic Versioning (SemVer) compliance enforcement

Use Cases

01Automating the transition from development to a formal production release

02Maintaining a consistent and readable history of project changes

03Synchronizing version bumps across package metadata and repository tags

Key Features

01Automated commit diff analysis for changelog generation

02Standardized CHANGELOG.md formatting by category (Added, Changed, Fixed)

03Automated GitHub release and git tag creation via gh CLI

04378 GitHub stars

05Pre-flight verification checklist for clean release states

06Semantic Versioning (SemVer) compliance enforcement

Use Cases

01Automating the transition from development to a formal production release

02Maintaining a consistent and readable history of project changes

03Synchronizing version bumps across package metadata and repository tags