Are Release Notes Useful? Is Anyone Reading Them?
Published in
Jul 11, 2022
A release note is a document that describes the technical features of new or updated software.
These documents usually include information about:
- The version number and date of release for each update or upgrade
- List of the new features and their impact on end-users
- List of bug fixes and their impact (“fixed a bug that prevented/ caused/ allowed …”)
- Known issues, limitations, and bugs — especially for internal use (e.g., the customer support department)
- Known incompatibilities with other programs or devices
The distribution methods of the document vary between different products and other users.
Common channels include:
- In the product itself
- Emails
- Blog posts & social media
- Google Play & App Store
Maayan Galperin,
Product Manager