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Release Process
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In order to allow for rapid, predictable releases, Setuptools uses a
mechanical technique for releases. The release script, ``release.py`` in the
repository, defines the details of the releases, and is executed by the
`jaraco.packaging <https://bitbucket.org/jaraco/jaraco.packaging>`_ release
module. The script does some checks (some interactive) and fully automates
the release process.

A Setuptools release manager must have maintainer access on PyPI to the
project and administrative access to the Bitbucket project.

To make a release, run the following from a Mercurial checkout at the
revision slated for release::

    python -m jaraco.packaging.release

Release Managers
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Jason R. Coombs is the primary release manager. Additionally, the following
people have access to create releases:

- Matthew Iversen (Ivoz)
