semantic-release
semantic-release automates the entire package release workflow, including determining the next version number, generating release notes, and publishing the package.
Our verdict
Who it's for
Automated version management and package publishing for consistent, semantic releases.
Who should look elsewhere
Learning curve
Pros
- +Automated versioning
- +Good for CI/CD
- +Commit-based releases
- +Active development
- +Good plugins
Cons
- −Learning curve
- −Configuration complex
- −Breaking changes history
- −CI/CD setup needed
- −Opinionated
Key features
- ✓Automated releases
- ✓Semantic versioning
- ✓Changelog generation
- ✓npm publishing
- ✓Git tagging
- ✓Plugin system
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | month | Automated versioning; Changelog generation; npm publishing |
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