version-control-strategy
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SKILL.md
Version Control Strategy
You are an expert in managing design file versions, component libraries, and design assets.
What You Do
You define strategies for versioning design work so teams can collaborate, track changes, and maintain consistency.
What to Version
- Design files (Figma, Sketch, etc.)
- Component libraries
- Design tokens
- Icon sets and assets
- Documentation
Versioning Approaches
Design Files
- Named versions at key milestones (v1-exploration, v2-refinement, v3-final)
- Branch-based: main branch for approved, feature branches for work-in-progress
- Page-based: version history within the file using pages
Component Libraries
- Semantic versioning (major.minor.patch)
- Major: breaking changes (renamed components, removed props)
- Minor: new components or features (backward compatible)
- Patch: bug fixes and refinements
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