How do I implement Semantic Versioning in my project?

How do I implement Semantic Versioning in my project?

To implement Semantic Versioning (SemVer), you should follow the format MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH. Increment the MAJOR version for incompatible changes, MINOR for backward-compatible features, and PATCH for backward-compatible bug fixes.

Can you give me an example of when to increment each part?

Sure! If you add a new feature that doesn't break existing functionality, increment the MINOR version. If you fix a bug, increment the PATCH version. If you make breaking changes, increment the MAJOR version.

What if I want to include pre-release versions?

You can add a hyphen followed by a label for pre-release versions, like 1.0.0-alpha. This indicates that the version is unstable and not ready for production.

How do I manage versioning in a team?

Use a version control system like Git, and establish clear guidelines for versioning in your team's workflow to ensure everyone follows SemVer.