Version 2.1.0: Enhanced CLI & User Experience 🎨

This release brings significant improvements to the command-line interface and user experience across all commands.

Command Line Enhancements 🛠️

All commands now feature improved CLI capabilities:

git wrapup

• ✨ NEW: -b/--branch option to create/switch branches before changes
• 🚀 Now supports starting from develop branch when using branch option
• 📦 Improved handling of untracked files in stash

git reform

• ✨ NEW: -f/--force option to skip confirmation prompts
• 🎨 Enhanced branch switching feedback
• 🛡️ Better error handling and state recovery

git cleanup

• ✨ NEW: -y/--yes option to skip confirmation
• 📊 Added branch count and improved listing
• 🔒 Better safety checks

Global Improvements 🌟

• 🎨 Added colored output across all commands
• 💡 Added help (-h/--help) option to all commands
• 🛡️ Enhanced error handling and user feedback
• 📝 Improved progress indicators with emojis
• 📋 Better documentation and usage examples

Documentation Updates 📚

• 📖 Updated README with detailed command options
• 🔍 Added clear examples for each command
• 🎯 Enhanced feature descriptions
• 🗺️ Added cross-references to roadmap

Upgrading to 2.1.0 ⬆️

To upgrade:

1. Update your local copy:

   git pull origin main

2. Reinstall gitmerca:

   ./install.sh

All changes are backward compatible - existing workflows will continue to work as before, with new options available when needed.

Gitmerca v2.0.0-beta.1: First Major Revision 🧪

This is the beta release of Gitmerca v2.0.0, introducing significant changes from the previous unversioned state ("v1"). We're releasing this as a beta to gather feedback from mercateam members and ensure a smooth transition to the new structure.

Beta Testing Goals 🎯

We're particularly looking for feedback on:

1. Migration process from old installation
2. New installation experience
3. Daily workflow improvements
4. Edge cases in different environments

Please report any issues or suggestions in the GitHub repository.

Why v2.0.0? 🤔

The previous unversioned state (informally "v1") used ~/my-git-custom-commands. This release includes breaking changes in installation and structure, warranting a major version bump to v2.0.0.

What's New ✨

• Installation System

  • New home: ~/gitmerca directory (previously ~/my-git-custom-commands)
  • Colored output and better error handling
  • Proper version tracking via package.json
  • Safe uninstallation support

• Commands & Utils

  • Centralized utility functions
  • Shared version management
  • Better PATH handling
  • Improved safety checks

• Testing Infrastructure

  • Enhanced test runner with clear output
  • Proper test state cleanup
  • Improved error handling
  • Filtered bashunit warnings

Installation 📦

Fresh Install (Beta)

git clone https://github.com/mercateam/gitmerca.git
cd gitmerca
git checkout v2.0.0-beta.1
./install.sh

Migrating from Previous Version

# 1. Clone the new version
git clone https://github.com/mercateam/gitmerca.git
cd gitmerca
git checkout v2.0.0-beta.1

# 2. Remove old installation
./legacy_uninstall.sh

# 3. Install new version
./install.sh

Breaking Changes 🚨

If you're using the previous unversioned installation:

1. Installation directory changed from ~/my-git-custom-commands to ~/gitmerca
2. PATH entries in .zshrc have been updated
3. Utils are now properly separated from commands

Features Overview 🛠️

• git wrapup: Automates PR workflow

  • Stashes changes
  • Rebases from develop
  • Runs pnpm changeset
  • Opens PR in browser

• git reform: Smart branch management

  • Safe rebasing from develop
  • Branch creation/switching
  • Change preservation

• git cleanup: Branch maintenance

  • Removes unused branches
  • Preserves develop branch
  • Safe state checking

For mercateam Contributors 🏢

This beta release needs your testing and feedback:

• Try the migration process if you have the old version
• Test the new workflow in your daily tasks
• Report any issues or suggestions
• Help validate the breaking changes
• Suggest improvements to documentation

Documentation 📚

• See README.md for full command documentation
• Each command supports --help for usage information
• Version information available via --version flag

Path to Stable Release 🛣️

We plan to move to a stable v2.0.0 release after:

1. At least 2-3 team members have successfully migrated
2. No critical issues are found in daily usage
3. Installation/uninstallation process is verified
4. Edge cases are properly handled

What's Next 🔭

After beta testing, we'll focus on:

• Addressing feedback from team testing
• Additional mercateam-specific workflows
• Enhanced PR templates
• Integration with other mercateam tools
• Workflow statistics and insights

Credits 👏

Thanks to all mercateam members who tested and provided feedback on the previous unversioned implementation. Special thanks in advance to our beta testers!