release-operator

Automate software release processes including versioning, packaging, tagging, and validation.

3|Updated Mar 27, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #versioning #deployment #verification #packaging #release

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npx skills add https://github.com/carlkibler/agent-skills --skill release-operator-carlkibler

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Skill: release-operator
Source: https://github.com/carlkibler/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/release-operator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/carlkibler/agent-skills --skill release-operator-carlkibler

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the end-to-end process of software releases, including version updates, changelog management, packaging, and verification, reducing manual effort and errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

Release Workflow Automation: Perform version bump, changelog updates, testing, packaging, tagging, and publishing in a single process.
Verification & Validation: Ensure the installed release works correctly locally and on remote hosts, with smoke tests and status checks.
Use Case: A developer preparing a new release can run this Skill to automate all release steps, verify the deployment, and ensure the new version is functioning as expected.

Quick Start

Run the release-operator skill to prepare and verify a new software release from your project directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about release-operator

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

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How do I automate software release versioning and deployment?▼

Software release automation handles version bumps, changelog updates, packaging, and tagging in a single process, reducing manual effort and deployment errors.

What is end-to-end release verification for software deployments?▼

End-to-end release verification runs safety checks and smoke tests locally and on remote hosts to ensure the published version functions correctly after deployment.

How do I publish a CLI app and validate it on remote systems?▼

You can publish a CLI app and validate it by running a release workflow that automates packaging, publishing, and post-release validation commands across local and remote systems.

Do I need custom scripts to automate my software release workflow?▼

Yes, you need custom scripts for release steps, safety checks, and validation commands to automate the complete software release process and verify the deployment.

What's the best way to manage changelog updates during a version bump?▼

Automating changelog updates within a unified release workflow ensures version bumps and release notes stay synchronized without manual file editing errors.