Creating Releases
This guide walks you through creating a new release in Release Pilot.
Prerequisites
- A project must be created
- At least one product must exist in the project
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Navigate to Releases
Go to the Releases section in your project.
2. Click Create Release
Click the "Create Release" button.
3. Fill in Release Details
Enter the following information:
- Release Name: A descriptive name (e.g., "Authentication Service v2.0")
- Version: Version number following semantic versioning (e.g., "2.0.0")
- Product: Select the product this release belongs to
- Planned Release Date: When you plan to release this version
- Description: Detailed description of what's included in this release
4. Set Initial Status
Choose the initial status:
- Created: Release is created but not started
- Pending: Release is waiting to begin
5. Save the Release
Click "Save" to create the release.
Best Practices
- Use semantic versioning for version numbers
- Provide clear, descriptive release names
- Include detailed descriptions
- Set realistic planned release dates
- Update status as work progresses
Next Steps
After creating a release: