update-changelog

Automate changelog updates by aggregating commit messages since the last release tag and inserting notable changes into the Unreleased section of your CHANGELOG.md file.

Generate release notes by scanning git history for conventional commits since the latest tag, then automatically populating the Unreleased section of your changelog with a reproducible, human-readable summary.

Yes, the tool supports both CHANGELOG.md and plain CHANGELOG files, updating whichever format your software project uses while enforcing conventional changelog practices and release workflows.

It determines the baseline version using your latest git tag, then collects and aggregates all notable commits made since that baseline into the Unreleased section of your changelog.

Yes, the tool relies on the latest git tag as a baseline to collect subsequent commits, meaning your repository needs existing release tags to establish the starting point for changelog aggregation.

Use an automated changelog aggregator when preparing release notes for new versions, auditing changes before releases, or maintaining consistent changelog practices across frequent software releases.