Project Releases
Overview
A release in Zymmr represents a specific version or deliverable of your project. Releases help teams:
- Track different versions of deliverables
- Manage project delivery schedules
- Document version changes
- Organize work items by delivery phase
- Monitor delivery progress
Creating Releases
To create a new release in your project:
Step 1: Access Project Settings
- Navigate to the Projects listing page
- Select your target project
- Click on "" icon at the end of the project's row
Step 2: Navigate to Releases
- Find the Releases section in the sidebar
- Click to expand the section
Step 3: Create Release
Click the Create Release button and fill in:
| Field | Description | Required |
|---|---|---|
| Release Name | A descriptive name for the release | Yes |
| Start Date | When work on this release begins | No |
| Release Date | Planned delivery date | No |
| Description | Detailed information about the release | No |
Click Save to create your release.
Managing Existing Releases
Viewing Releases
All releases are listed in the Releases section, showing:
- Release name
- Status (Unreleased/Released)
- Start and release dates
- Actions (Release, Archive, Edit, Delete)
Release Status
A release can have one of two statuses:
- Unreleased: Default status for new releases
- Released: Indicates the release has been delivered
Release Actions
Each release has several actions available:
- Release: Mark as delivered
- Archive: Store for historical reference
- Edit: Update release details
- Delete: Remove the release
To Edit a Release:
- Find the release using the search function
- Click the Edit icon
- Modify the required fields
- Click Save to apply changes
To Delete a Release:
- Locate the release using search
- Click the Delete icon
- Confirm the deletion in the prompt
Important Notes
- Releases with associated work items cannot be deleted
- An error message will appear if deletion is attempted on a release with work items
- Consider archiving instead of deleting to maintain project history
Search Functionality
You can quickly find specific releases by using the search bar at the top of the Releases section to search by release name.
Release Management Best Practices
- Use clear, version-based naming conventions
- Keep release descriptions detailed and up-to-date
- Archive completed releases instead of deleting them
- Associate all relevant work items before marking as released
- Maintain consistent start and release dates
Pro Tip
Regular archiving of old releases helps keep your active release list clean while maintaining a complete project history.