Release and Packaging

Effective release and packaging practices ensure your software is accessible, installable, and usable by your target audience. This section covers strategies for versioning, distribution, and managing the release process.

What You’ll Learn

In this section, you’ll discover:

  • Versioning conventions: How to track and communicate changes in your software
  • Dependency management: How to specify and distribute required dependencies
  • Distribution channels: How to make your software available to users
  • Release procedures: How to streamline and standardize the release process
  • Change management: How to handle and communicate breaking changes

Proper release and packaging practices make your scientific software more accessible and build trust with your user community through predictable, well-communicated updates.

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