A comprehensive guide and decision tool for implementing Semantic Versioning 2.0.0 in software projects.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install semver-helper
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
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What is Semver Helper?
Semver Helper is a technical reference skill designed to simplify the complexities of Semantic Versioning 2.0.0. It provides developers with a clear framework for deciding when to increment MAJOR, MINOR, or PATCH versions, ensuring that API changes are communicated predictably to users. By integrating this Openclaw Skills resource into your workflow, you can maintain versioning consistency and prevent breaking changes from surprising your downstream dependencies.
This tool is particularly valuable for maintainers of libraries, APIs, and CLI tools who need to adhere to strict versioning standards. It offers clear definitions, real-world examples of breaking vs. non-breaking changes, and logic for handling pre-release tags like alpha, beta, and release candidates.
Semver Helper Use Cases
- Deciding whether a code change requires a MAJOR, MINOR, or PATCH version bump.
- Training team members on standardized versioning protocols using Openclaw Skills.
- Determining the correct version for a pre-release or release candidate.
- Resolving disputes during code reviews regarding versioning logic.
- Managing project releases and changelogs with technical confidence.
How Semver Helper Works
- Evaluate the impact of the code changes on the existing public API or user interface.
- Consult the decision tree to determine if changes are breaking, feature additions, or bug fixes.
- Identify the current version number following the MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH format.
- Apply the increment logic: MAJOR for breaking changes, MINOR for features, and PATCH for fixes.
- Reset lower version segments to zero when incrementing a higher segment (e.g., 1.2.3 becomes 2.0.0).
Semver Helper Setup
To use this versioning guide within your project documentation or as a quick reference, ensure you have the Openclaw Skills environment configured. You can access the reference data directly via your local agent or include it in your project's developer guidelines.
# Installation via the Openclaw Skills CLI
openclaw install semver-helper
Semver Helper Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill organizes information into structured reference tables and logical decision trees for quick lookup. It categorizes changes into three distinct levels based on user impact.
| Level | Bump Trigger | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MAJOR | Breaking Changes | Incompatible API changes that break existing code integration. |
| MINOR | New Features | Backwards compatible functionality additions or improvements. |
| PATCH | Bug Fixes | Backwards compatible fixes, documentation, or internal refactoring. |
| Pre-release | Suffixes | Specific tags for alpha, beta, and rc testing phases. |
Semver Helper Advanced Features
- Complex decision trees for determining version logic based on user-visible behavior.
- Logic for handling cumulative changes where multiple fix types occur in a single release (e.g., MINOR wins over PATCH).
- Detailed guidelines for security fixes that necessitate breaking changes.
- Identification of common anti-patterns to avoid incorrect versioning increments.
- Support for pre-release sorting logic to ensure correct progression across environments in Openclaw Skills.
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