How does Release Manager determine version bumps?

The skill analyzes git history for conventional commit patterns, identifying breaking changes for major bumps, new features for minor, and bug fixes for patch versions.

Can I use Release Manager for monorepos?

Absolutely. It includes considerations for multi-package releases, allowing for scoped version bumps and coordinated release plans across different packages.

How does it help with failed deployments?

It provides structured rollback triggers, automated recovery procedures, and emergency hotfix protocols to minimize downtime during production issues.

Does this skill support different branching models?

Yes, it provides specific methodologies and coordination plans for Git Flow, Trunk-based development, and GitHub Flow.

Release Manager

Name: Release Manager
Author: alirezarezvani

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Deployment & DevOps

Automates the software release lifecycle through conventional commit parsing, semantic versioning, and structured deployment planning.

The Release Manager skill provides a comprehensive framework for managing software releases from development to production. It streamlines the release process by automatically generating changelogs from git history, determining appropriate semantic version bumps based on commit types, and conducting rigorous readiness assessments. With built-in support for various branching strategies—including Git Flow and Trunk-based development—alongside integrated feature flag management and rollback procedures, this skill ensures that every software deployment is predictable, well-documented, and resilient to failure.

Key Features

01Intelligent Semantic Versioning (SemVer) bumping and pre-release handling

02Comprehensive Release Readiness Checklists and quality gate validation

03Multi-workflow support for Git Flow, Trunk-based, and GitHub Flow

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05Automated Changelog Generation from git history using conventional commits

06Structured Rollback Planning and emergency hotfix management protocols

Use Cases

01Managing complex production deployments with progressive feature flag rollouts

02Automating versioning and release notes within CI/CD pipelines

03Coordinating emergency hotfixes and post-incident response procedures

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add alirezarezvani/claude-skills release-manager

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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