Add Changelog Feature to Enhance Release Overview in GitHub
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Issue Description
As a developer, I often find it challenging to get a quick overview of changes made in a particular version/release directly from the GitHub repository. Currently, the release tab in GitHub provides a list of releases, but it lacks a comprehensive changelog or summary of changes for each version. This makes it difficult to quickly understand what has been added, modified, or fixed in a specific release.
User Story
As a developer, I want to have a clear and concise changelog or overview of changes directly accessible from the GitHub release tab. This will help me and my team to:
- Quickly grasp the key changes introduced in each release.
- Understand the impact of the changes on our codebase.
- Make informed decisions on whether to upgrade to a newer version based on specific features or fixes.
Current Limitations
The release tab does not currently contain information for all versions, making it challenging to access historical changes.
Benefits
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Improved Communication: Developers will have a clearer understanding of what changes are included in a release, facilitating better communication within the team.
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Time Efficiency: Developers can save time by quickly scanning the changelog to identify relevant updates without having to go through commit histories.
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Decision-Making: Having a comprehensive overview will aid in making informed decisions about whether to upgrade to a newer version based on specific features or bug fixes.
Automated Release Process
Consider utilizing the "release-please" tool to automate the release process. Release Please streamlines the creation of releases by automatically generating changelog entries based on semantic versioning and commit messages.