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To do releases and control versions in Bitbucket, you can follow these steps:
- Create a new repository in Bitbucket or use an existing repository where you want to manage your releases and versions.
- Set up a branching strategy that aligns with your release and versioning process. For example, you can create branches for development, testing, and production releases.
- Use tags to mark specific points in your code base as releases or versions. You can create tags for each release or version by going to the "Tags" section of your repository and clicking on "Create tag."
- Use the "Releases" feature in Bitbucket to package and distribute your code for specific releases or versions. To create a release, go to the "Releases" section of your repository and click on "Create Release."
- Keep your release notes up to date for each release or version. This will help you and your team track changes and understand what is included in each release.
- Implement a version control strategy to manage changes to your code base over time. This could include using feature branches, pull requests, and code reviews to ensure that changes are properly reviewed and integrated.
- Use Bitbucket's pipeline feature to automate your release process and ensure that your code is tested and deployed consistently for each release.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage your releases and versions in Bitbucket and ensure that your code base is organized and stable.