release-manager

Automate repository release preparation by validating version changes and CI status.

4|1|Updated May 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/stark-ai-de/agent-skills --skill release-manager-stark-ai-de
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Skill: release-manager
Source: https://github.com/stark-ai-de/agent-skills/tree/main/incubator/skills/repo-maintenance/release-manager
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/stark-ai-de/agent-skills --skill release-manager-stark-ai-de

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the preparation and validation of repository releases, ensuring clear versioning, changelog coverage, and a ready-to-publish state.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Release Note Drafting: Automatically generate release notes based on version history and changes.
  • Changelog Validation: Check for consistency between the changelog and actual code changes.
  • Semver Verification: Ensure the version bump aligns with Semantic Versioning principles.
  • CI and Workflow Verification: Validate the CI status and release workflow.
  • Use Case: Before releasing a new version of your software, use this Skill to verify that all necessary steps are completed and the release is ready for publication.

Quick Start

Run the release-manager skill to prepare your repository release.

Frequently Asked Questions about release-manager

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

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How do I automate changelog validation and release note drafting for my repository?

You can automate changelog validation and release note drafting by running this skill to identify version changes, verify consistency against actual code changes, and generate notes. It requires access to your repository's commit history, CI status, and release configuration.

What is the best way to verify semantic versioning compliance before publishing a new release?

Verifying semantic versioning compliance involves checking that your version bump aligns with Semver principles based on actual code changes. This skill automates that verification alongside CI status checks to ensure your repository is in a ready-to-publish state.

How do I check if my CI workflow is ready for a repository release?

Checking if your CI workflow is ready for a repository release involves validating the CI status and release workflow configuration. This skill automates these checks, confirming that all necessary pre-release steps are completed successfully before publication.

Can I use release management tools to validate consistency between commits and changelog entries?

Yes, you can use release management tools to validate consistency between commits and changelog entries. This skill specifically checks for alignment between your changelog documentation and the actual code changes identified in your repository's commit history.

What do I need to prepare before automating my software release preparation process?

Before automating software release preparation, you need to ensure access to your repository's commit history, CI status, and release configuration. These inputs allow the skill to identify version changes, verify Semver compliance, and draft accurate release notes.

Why does my release workflow fail validation when changelog entries are missing?

Release workflow validation fails when changelog entries are missing because the skill checks for strict consistency between your changelog and actual code changes. Updating the changelog to reflect all identified version changes resolves this validation block.