# Release Process
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## Before Tagging

- Confirm the default branch builds, runs, or flashes as documented.
- Confirm no secrets, private data, generated dependency trees, or raw binaries are accidentally committed.
- Confirm license and upstream provenance are documented.
- Update CHANGELOG.md.
- Attach binaries only as release assets with SHA256 checksums and source commit references.

## Release Notes

Include:

- Purpose of the release.
- Commit hash or tag.
- Build environment.
- Known limitations.
- Verification performed.