This video explains how to start a new release cycle in Simplex. - You will learn how to select and upgrade your extension's dependency version to prepare for content development.
To start a new release cycle in Simplex, navigate to the Manage Edition section to begin managing your extension's release cycle.
The "Manage Edition" interface shows the different phases of the release cycle - starting with the editing phase. - Steps for preparing the release and publication are grayed out. These steps will be actionable once the new editing process is complete.
In the editing phase, first set the dependency configuration. -- The parent edition that the extension in this example depends on is the International Edition, January 2024 version.
The blue link indicates a new version is available due to one or more releases of the International Edition since the current version.
Start the release cycle by clicking the link to select the new version your extension will depend on.
In this demonstration, we will select the January 2025 version.
Now - Run the dependency upgrade process to set the new version as the dependency for your extension.
The system upgrades the dependency and enters maintenance mode to apply the new version settings. This may take a bit of time.
The new version will be used to validate all artifacts and derivatives within your extension. It will also be the version used for classifying any concepts created in your extension.
Once complete, the new version, such as the January 2025 edition, is set as the dependency.
You are now ready to proceed to the content development phase, where you update all artefacts and derivatives.
For more information, see the related videos on content development and release management.
