prepare-release

Automating release preparation involves configuring repository settings, updating build properties, and setting up private feeds for internal .NET branches. This process automatically adjusts configuration files and pipelines to ensure release-ready builds without manual intervention.

Configuring Azure DevOps pipelines for internal builds requires specific adjustments to the build configuration. This process automatically updates pipeline settings to handle private builds, ensuring the CI/CD system correctly targets internal release branches.

Managing NuGet.config for private feeds involves removing package source mappings and handling private feed credentials. This ensures the internal release branch securely accesses required dependencies without exposing public source configurations.

Yes, release preparation updates versioning by modifying the eng/Versions.props file. This sets the correct release-ready versions for your private builds, ensuring consistent versioning across the internal release branch.

The best way to suppress warnings is by modifying the Directory.Build.props file during branch preparation. This automatically adjusts build properties to silence unnecessary warnings specific to internal release configurations.

You need to set up a release branch for private builds when preparing an internal release for .NET applications and services. This process handles branch setup, versioning, and pipeline configuration required for private builds.