=============== Release Process =============== 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 `_ 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 ---------------- Jason R. Coombs is the primary release manager. Additionally, the following people have access to create releases: - Matthew Iversen (Ivoz)