RELEASE_PROCESS.md

🚦 Release Process

All releases must be approved by the staff team after Discord-based beta testing.

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📋 Checklist

1. ✅ Finish development in feature/* or hotfix/*
2. 📦 Bump version in package.json or .vccpackage manifest
3. 🧪 Share build in Discord test group
4. ⏳ Wait for staff review and feedback
5. ✅ If approved:
   • Merge to main
   • Tag version (e.g., v1.2.3)
   • Publish to VCC-compatible package registry
6. 📣 Announce release (internal or public)

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🛑 Notes

• Do not skip beta testing or publish without approval.
• Beta builds must use -beta.n suffix and never be tagged as stable.