automation

Simplify with release-changelog-builder-action

Name: Simplify with release-changelog-builder-action
Author: mikepenz

Get automatic release notes with this GitHub action, designed for founders to streamline workflow.

858 stars112 forksTypeScriptQuality 8/10Updated 6/1/2026100% free · open source

What it does

Automates the process of generating release notes and changelogs for your GitHub repository, saving you time and effort.

When to use it

•When you need to keep a record of changes made to your project
•When you want to inform users about new features, bug fixes, and improvements
•When you need to maintain a professional and transparent development process

Quick start

1Create a new GitHub repository or navigate to an existing one
2Install the release-changelog-builder-action by adding it to your repository's workflow file
3Configure the action to match your desired changelog format and content
4Trigger the action by pushing changes to your repository or creating a new release

Ready-to-paste prompt

name: Release Changelog
on: 
  push: 
    branches: 
      - main
jobs: 
  build-changelog:
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    steps:
      - name: Checkout code
        uses: actions/checkout@v3
      - name: Build Changelog
        uses: mikepenz/release-changelog-builder-action@v2

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