Can I choose the version number?

Absolutely. The workflow explicitly asks the user for the target version number rather than making assumptions.

What files does the Release skill update?

The skill automatically updates version strings in build.gradle.kts, plugin.xml, and application.properties, while specifically skipping local files like local.properties.

How does it handle changelog generation?

It creates a new section at the top of your CHANGELOG.md, categorizing changes into Added, Changed, Fixed, Documentation, and Dependencies based on your commit history.

Does it verify the build before committing?

Yes, it runs './gradlew build' to ensure the project compiles and passes tests before performing the version bump commit.

DevoxxGenie Release Manager

Name: DevoxxGenie Release Manager
Author: devoxx

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Deployment & DevOps

Automates the software release cycle by managing version increments, changelog updates, and build verification workflows.

The Release skill for Claude Code streamlines the complex process of versioning and deployment preparation, specifically optimized for IntelliJ IDEA plugin development. It automates the tedious manual tasks of updating version strings across disparate configuration files such as build.gradle.kts and plugin.xml, while intelligently skipping local environment files. The skill also categorizes recent commits into a structured CHANGELOG.md and verifies project integrity by running build scripts before finalizing the release with standardized Git operations. This ensures a consistent, error-free publication cycle for developers.

Key Features

01Automated multi-file version synchronization across Gradle and XML configs

02Build verification integration via Gradle to prevent broken releases

03Standardized Git commit and push automation for version bumps

04Dynamic CHANGELOG.md generation with categorized commit entries

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06Intelligent exclusion of local configuration and sensitive properties

Use Cases

01Maintaining a structured and professional project changelog based on merged PRs

02Ensuring version consistency across build scripts and application properties

03Preparing a new version of an IntelliJ IDEA plugin for the JetBrains Marketplace

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add devoxx/devoxxgenieideaplugin release

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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