Automation Level
- semantic-release:
Semantic Release automates the entire release workflow, including versioning, changelog generation, and publishing, based on commit messages, ensuring a fully automated process.
- lerna:
Lerna provides automation for managing multiple packages in a monorepo but requires some manual setup for versioning and publishing processes.
- release-it:
Release It allows for extensive automation but requires configuration to set up the release process according to your project's needs.
- standard-version:
Standard Version automates versioning and changelog generation but requires manual intervention for the actual publishing step.
- auto:
Auto offers a high level of automation, automatically determining version increments based on conventional commit messages and handling the entire release process without manual input.
Monorepo Support
- semantic-release:
Semantic Release can be used in monorepos but requires additional configuration to handle multiple packages effectively.
- lerna:
Lerna is designed specifically for managing monorepos, making it easy to handle multiple packages and their dependencies in a single repository.
- release-it:
Release It can be used in monorepo setups but does not provide specific features for managing multiple packages like Lerna does.
- standard-version:
Standard Version is not tailored for monorepos and is best suited for single-package repositories.
- auto:
Auto does not specifically cater to monorepos and is better suited for single-package repositories.
Configuration Flexibility
- semantic-release:
Semantic Release has a strict configuration based on conventional commits but allows for some customization through plugins and settings.
- lerna:
Lerna offers a moderate level of configuration flexibility, allowing users to customize how packages are versioned and published.
- release-it:
Release It provides extensive configuration options, allowing users to tailor the release process to their specific needs and integrate various plugins.
- standard-version:
Standard Version is straightforward with limited configuration options, focusing on following conventional commit standards.
- auto:
Auto is highly opinionated with minimal configuration options, focusing on automation and simplicity.
Changelog Generation
- semantic-release:
Semantic Release automatically generates changelogs as part of the release process, ensuring they reflect the latest changes accurately.
- lerna:
Lerna can generate changelogs but requires additional configuration and is not as automated as other tools.
- release-it:
Release It can generate changelogs but requires configuration to specify how changelogs should be created and formatted.
- standard-version:
Standard Version generates changelogs based on conventional commits, ensuring that release notes are consistent and follow a standard format.
- auto:
Auto automatically generates changelogs based on commit messages, ensuring that release notes are always up-to-date.
Integration with CI/CD
- semantic-release:
Semantic Release is built with CI/CD in mind, automating the entire release process and integrating easily with various CI/CD tools.
- lerna:
Lerna can be integrated into CI/CD workflows but requires additional setup for automation of the release process.
- release-it:
Release It is designed to work well with CI/CD systems, allowing for easy integration and automation of the release process.
- standard-version:
Standard Version can be used in CI/CD workflows but requires manual publishing, making it less automated compared to others.
- auto:
Auto integrates seamlessly with CI/CD pipelines, allowing for a fully automated release process as part of your deployment workflow.
