release-it

Name: release-it
Availability: InStock
Author: Oleksandr

Automate npm package releases to GitHub with version bumps and changelogs.

13|1|Updated May 20, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #changelog #ci/cd #versioning #npm #github #release

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npx skills add https://github.com/OleksandrKucherenko/mcp-obsidian-via-rest --skill release-it-oleksandrkucherenko

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Skill: release-it
Source: https://github.com/OleksandrKucherenko/mcp-obsidian-via-rest/tree/main/.claude/skills/release-it
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/OleksandrKucherenko/mcp-obsidian-via-rest --skill release-it-oleksandrkucherenko

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What problem does it solve?

Automates versioned releases of npm packages to GitHub, reducing manual steps and human error in publishing, changelogs, and releases.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automates version bumps, changelog generation, GitHub releases, and npm publishing.
Integrates with GitHub Actions for CI/CD workflows.
Supports conventional-changelog and pre-release tagging to streamline release management.

Quick Start

Install release-it, create a minimal configuration, and run the release command to perform your first release.

Frequently Asked Questions about release-it

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How do I automate npm package releases to GitHub with version bumping and changelogs?▼

Automate npm package releases to GitHub by configuring a release tool through .release-it.json or package.json to bump versions, generate changelogs, and publish artifacts automatically. This reduces manual steps and human error in publishing.

Does release-it support conventional-changelog integration for automated changelog generation?▼

Yes, conventional-changelog integration is supported to streamline release management. This allows you to automatically generate structured changelogs based on commit conventions when performing versioned releases.

Can I use this npm publishing automation tool within GitHub Actions CI/CD workflows?▼

Yes, you can integrate this release automation tool with GitHub Actions for CI/CD workflows. It enables controlled versioning, GitHub releases, and npm publishing directly within your existing continuous integration pipelines.

What is the best way to manage pre-release tagging for npm libraries?▼

Pre-release tagging is supported natively to streamline release management for npm libraries. You can configure it to create controlled pre-release versions, ensuring proper versioning before stable npm package publication.

Do I need a specific configuration file to start automating versioned releases?▼

You need either a .release-it.json file or a configuration block within your package.json to define your release settings. This minimal configuration is required to run the release command and perform your first automated release.