patch-backstage

Synchronize Backstage maintenance branches by cherry-picking commits and generating Yarn patches.

170|222|Updated Jan 23, 2023

Search Tags:#automation #dependency management #patch #cherry-pick #release engineering #backstage

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npx skills add https://github.com/redhat-developer/rhdh --skill patch-backstage

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Skill: patch-backstage
Source: https://github.com/redhat-developer/rhdh/tree/main/.cursor/skills/patch-backstage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/redhat-developer/rhdh --skill patch-backstage

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires git, yarn, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of backporting changes to Backstage workflows in RHDH by managing branch synchronization, cherry-picks, and patch creation, reducing manual effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated Branch Management: Fetches, checks out, and prepares maintenance branches for patching.
Cherry-Picking Fixes: Applies specific upstream commits to maintenance branches, handling conflicts when necessary.
Patch Generation: Creates Yarn patches for selected packages, updating lockfiles and resolutions automatically.
Use Case: A developer maintains a downstream Backstage version and wants to incorporate specific fixes from upstream while generating minimal, safe patches for deployment.

Quick Start

Use the patch-backstage skill to automatically backport selected commits into your RHDH maintenance branch and generate the corresponding patches.

Frequently Asked Questions about patch-backstage

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

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How do I automate cherry-picking upstream Backstage commits into maintenance branches?▼

Automating Backstage cherry-picks fetches and prepares maintenance branches, applies specific upstream commits, and handles conflicts to synchronize downstream versions with minimal manual intervention.

How do I generate Yarn patches for specific Backstage packages?▼

Generating Yarn patches for Backstage involves selecting target packages, creating patch files, and automatically updating lockfiles and resolutions to ensure consistent downstream dependency deployment.

Do I need Git and Yarn to backport Backstage fixes?▼

Yes, Git and Yarn are required dependencies to backport Backstage fixes, as Git manages branch synchronization and cherry-picks while Yarn handles patch generation and lockfile updates.

What is the best way to manage Backstage release engineering for RHDH?▼

Streamlining Backstage release engineering for RHDH involves automating branch synchronization, cherry-picking upstream fixes, and generating Yarn patches to ensure stable and consistent downstream releases.

How does patch-backstage handle conflicts during upstream commit synchronization?▼

Patch-backstage handles conflicts during upstream commit synchronization by applying specific commits to maintenance branches and managing conflict resolution automatically, ensuring safe and consistent backported changes.