---
title: Generate release PRs and changelog updates from Conventional Commits
slug: generate-release-prs-and-changelog-updates-from-conventional-commits
description: Use release-please when an agent should turn merged Conventional Commits into structured release PRs, version bumps, and changelog updates before a human reviews and merges. This is a release-management workflow, not a generic package or CI listing.
github_stars: 6700
verification: security_reviewed
source: https://github.com/googleapis/release-please
category: CI/CD Integrations
framework: Multi-Framework
tool_ecosystem:
  github_repo: googleapis/release-please
  github_stars: 6700
---
# Generate release PRs and changelog updates from Conventional Commits

Use release-please when an agent should turn merged Conventional Commits into structured release PRs, version bumps, and changelog updates before a human reviews and merges. This is a release-management workflow, not a generic package or CI listing.

## Installation

1. Clone this skill repository.
2. Open this skill folder.
3. Review prerequisites and setup needs.
4. Install required dependencies.
5. Run and test in your environment.

## Source

- [Agent Skill Exchange](https://agentskillexchange.com/skills/generate-release-prs-and-changelog-updates-from-conventional-commits/)