releasing-kata-agents

Guide Kata Agents release workflows with version bumps, changelogs, and release PRs.

1|Updated Jun 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gannonh/kata-agents --skill releasing-kata-agents
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Skill: releasing-kata-agents
Source: https://github.com/gannonh/kata-agents/tree/main/skills/releasing-kata-agents
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gannonh/kata-agents --skill releasing-kata-agents

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill guides the end-to-end release process for Kata Agents, helping teams bump versions, update changelogs, and open release PRs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Release planning & validation: ensures tests pass, builds run, and release criteria are met.
  • Version management: bump version in apps/electron/package.json and tag releases consistently.
  • Release PR & CI automation: create a release branch, open a PR, and trigger CI to publish artifacts.

Quick Start

Use this skill to initiate a release workflow: run tests, bump the version, update changelog, create a release branch and PR, and verify CI releases.

Frequently Asked Questions about releasing-kata-agents

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate a version bump and changelog update for an Electron app release?

To automate an Electron app release, you bump the version in apps/electron/package.json and update CHANGELOG.md. This skill guides that process by enforcing test execution, version bumping, and changelog maintenance before opening a release PR.

What steps are required to create a release branch and trigger CI for GitHub repository artifacts?

Creating a release branch and triggering CI requires running tests, updating the changelog, bumping the version, and opening a release PR. This skill validates CI release artifacts to ensure the GitHub repository publishes correctly.

Does this release workflow support both Electron app and GitHub repository versioning?

Yes, the release workflow supports both the Electron app and GitHub repository. It manages versioning in apps/electron/package.json, maintains the changelog, handles branch management, and validates CI-triggered release artifacts across both environments.

How do I validate release criteria before opening a pull request for a new version?

Validating release criteria involves ensuring tests pass and builds run successfully before opening a pull request. This skill enforces these prerequisites, verifying that release criteria are met prior to creating a release branch and PR.

What is the best way to manage end-to-end release planning for Kata Agents?

End-to-end release planning for Kata Agents involves running tests, bumping versions, updating the changelog, and creating a release branch with a PR. This skill streamlines that workflow by enforcing each step and validating CI release artifacts.