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diff --git a/doc/releases.md b/doc/releases.md index b03c623ecf..483b1f030c 100644 --- a/doc/releases.md +++ b/doc/releases.md @@ -235,6 +235,12 @@ and also if there are non-trivial API changes. The rules are not yet strictly defined, so if in doubt, please confer with someone that will have a more informed perspective, such as a member of the NAN team. +A registry of currently used `NODE_MODULE_VERSION` values is maintained at +<https://github.com/nodejs/node/blob/master/doc/abi_version_registry.json>. +When bumping `NODE_MODULE_VERSION`, you should choose a new value not listed +in the registry. Also include a change to the registry in your commit to +reflect the newly used value. + It is current TSC policy to bump major version when ABI changes. If you see a need to bump `NODE_MODULE_VERSION` then you should consult the TSC. Commits may need to be reverted or a major version bump may need to happen. |