Version Control Process
Who can use this Hierarchy?
This process is intended for software development teams and project managers who use Jira to manage projects and need a systematic approach to handle version control.
Roles
Project Manager
Release Manager
Project Coordinator
Team Members
Quality Assurance Team
Departments
Software Development
Quality Assurance
Industries
Software Development
Technology Services
Telecommunications
Demonstration Video
A demonstration video is available to guide users through each step of setting up and managing the version control process in Jira.
Description of the Hierarchy
Main Components and Workflow:
Establish Version Guidelines
Define naming standards and plan a release schedule.
Configure Versions in Jira
Create version entries that align with the project timeline.
Link Development Work to Versions
Ensure that all related development tasks are correctly linked to their respective versions.
Monitor Version Progress
Use Jira dashboards to monitor the status and readiness of each version for release.
Finalize and Review Versions
Conduct final reviews to ensure completeness before release and update version statuses post-release.
Collect Feedback and Improve
Gather and analyze feedback to refine the version control process continuously.
Application Across an Organization:
Implementing this version control process allows teams to manage releases more effectively, ensuring that each version is developed, tested, and released according to plan.
Outcome and Benefits:
Organizations adopting this structured version control process can expect:
Enhanced Coordination: Improved synchronization between development tasks and release schedules.
Increased Efficiency: Streamlined management of versions leads to quicker turnaround times.
Improved Product Quality: Through systematic testing and feedback incorporation.
Hierarchy Structure
Download and Import the Hierarchy
Download the file below, go the manage hierarchies screen, and click import to use the hierarchy.
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