Re: Generating the ChangeLog files from the commit messages

[Rasmus]

Hi,

Bastien <address@hidden> writes:

> In Org, we generate the ChangeLog from the Git history and I often
> wish we started by having a proper ChangeLog first.

Interesting.

> If ChangeLog files are generated, maintainers will have to edit lots
> of contributed commits manually before applying them -- this will be
> boring.

As a offender I have observed that if a patch does not meet the commit
message/ChangeLog requirements one will (often) be asked to resubmit
following those prescriptions.  

What are the types of mistakes you see?  Could they be fixed by tougher
reviews?  Or is the issue with forgetful people with commit access?

—Rasmus

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