bump-version

Automate semantic version bumps, changelog generation, and Git tagging.

21|Updated May 23, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #git #changelog #release management #versioning #semver

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npx skills add https://github.com/jim60105/copilot-prompt --skill bump-version-jim60105

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Skill: bump-version
Source: https://github.com/jim60105/copilot-prompt/tree/main/skills/bump-version
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jim60105/copilot-prompt --skill bump-version-jim60105

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the complex and error-prone process of updating project versions, generating changelogs, and creating Git tags, ensuring consistency and adherence to best practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

Semantic Versioning: Automatically increments versions (MAJOR, MINOR, PATCH) based on commit analysis.
Changelog Management: Generates detailed changelog entries following the Keep a Changelog format.
Git Integration: Creates commits and tags for new releases.
Use Case: After merging several features and bug fixes, use this Skill to prepare a new release by updating the version number, documenting the changes in CHANGELOG.md, and creating a new Git tag.

Quick Start

Use the bump-version skill to prepare a patch release for the project.

Frequently Asked Questions about bump-version

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automate semantic versioning and changelog generation for my Git project?▼

Automate semantic versioning and changelog generation by analyzing Git commits to increment version numbers, structure changelog entries following the Keep a Changelog standard, and create Git tags for release readiness.

How does commit analysis determine MAJOR, MINOR, or PATCH version increments?▼

Commit analysis determines version increments by examining commit messages to decide whether to bump MAJOR, MINOR, or PATCH semantic versions, ensuring the new version accurately reflects the changes introduced.

Can I use this to automatically create Git tags and commits for software releases?▼

Yes, you can use this to automatically create Git tags and commits for software releases, integrating directly with Git to finalize the release process after updating the version number and changelog.

What is the best way to format a changelog according to the Keep a Changelog standard?▼

The best way to format a changelog is to use automation that structures entries according to the Keep a Changelog standard, categorizing changes like features and bug fixes to ensure consistent documentation.

Do I need any external dependencies to manage version bumping and Git tagging?▼

No external dependencies are required to manage version bumping and Git tagging, as this Skill operates independently to analyze commits, update versions, generate changelogs, and create Git tags.

Why should I automate release management instead of manually updating version numbers?▼

Automating release management eliminates the error-prone manual process of updating versions and changelogs, ensuring project consistency and adherence to semantic versioning best practices across releases.