Semver Convention

Definitions

1. The convention of using semantic versioning rules, where version numbers communicate whether a release contains breaking changes, backward-compatible features, or patches. As a convention, it refers not just to the spec but to how consistently a project follows it in practice.

   In plain English: The practice of using version numbers in a way that signals the size and compatibility of changes.

   Example: "The package claimed semver convention, but changing default behavior in a patch release made users stop trusting the version numbers."

Related Terms

• Breaking Change
• Semantic Versioning
• Changesets
• GitHub Release
• Release Strategy
• Rolling Release
• Version Policy
• Versioning Strategy