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Coordinate software releases with changelog generation, version management, and npm publishing.

Updated Mar 14, 2026
Search Tags:#changelog#versioning#deployment#npm#github actions#release
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Tigha66/paperclip --skill release-tigha66
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Skill: release
Source: https://github.com/Tigha66/paperclip/tree/main/.agents/skills/release
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Tigha66/paperclip --skill release-tigha66

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the complex, multi-step process of coordinating a full software release, ensuring all necessary engineering, publishing, and announcement tasks are completed systematically.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • End-to-End Release Management: Manages changelog drafting, version bumping, canary and stable publishing, smoke testing, and GitHub release creation.
  • Maintainer Workflow: Designed for scenarios where leadership requests a release, moving beyond simple version bumps to a comprehensive deployment process.
  • Use Case: When a product lead says "ship the next patch release," this skill will draft the changelog, publish a canary version, smoke test it, publish the stable version, and create the GitHub release notes.

Quick Start

Use the release skill to perform a patch release.

Frequently Asked Questions about release

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate npm publishing and GitHub release creation for a patch version?▼

Automate npm publishing and GitHub release creation by coordinating the complete software release process, which handles version bumping, publishing, and GitHub release notes generation in a single workflow.

What is the best way to orchestrate a full software release with canary versions?▼

Orchestrate a full software release by publishing a canary version, running smoke tests, and then publishing the stable version, ensuring engineering verification before final deployment.

How does changelog generation work during version management?▼

Changelog generation works by automatically drafting release notes as part of the version management process, ensuring all deployment tasks and changes are systematically recorded before publishing.

Can I use GitHub Actions to handle both stable and canary deployments?▼

Yes, you can handle both stable and canary deployments by enforcing an adherence to a defined release model, ensuring distinct workflows for canary testing and stable production releases.

What steps are required to move beyond a simple version bump to a full deployment process?▼

Moving beyond a simple version bump requires drafting the changelog, publishing a canary version, smoke testing, publishing the stable version, and creating the GitHub release notes.

When do I need a comprehensive release process instead of a manual version bump?▼

You need a comprehensive release process when leadership requests a full deployment, requiring engineering verification, npm publishing, GitHub release creation, and post-release communication.

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