Version Control Policy

Purpose: This document outlines the policies and procedures for source code version control to ensure consistency, traceability, and quality across all software development activities.

1. Scope

This policy applies to all software development and maintenance projects carried out by the {teamName} under the direction of {departmentName}.

2. Version Control System

All code repositories must use the approved version control system: {versionControlSystem}. This includes all project-related code, scripts, and configuration files.

3. Repository Structure

Repositories should be structured as follows:

• main: Stable, production-ready code
• develop: Integration of features before moving to main
• feature/{featureName}: For active development of individual features
• hotfix/{hotfixName}: For immediate fixes to production issues

4. Branching Policy

The following guidelines should be observed when creating and managing branches:

{#branchingPoints}

• {title}: {description}

{/branchingPoints}

5. Commit Requirements

• Commits must follow the standard message format: {commitFormat}
• Each commit must be associated with a task/ticket ID ({ticketPrefix}-{ticketNumber})
• Do not commit broken or untested code to shared branches

6. Tagging and Releases

7. Access Control

Access rights to repositories will be managed by {repositoryAdministrator}. Roles are assigned based on the following structure:

8. Code Review Policy

All code changes must be reviewed and approved prior to merging into the develop or main branches.

{#codeReviewRequired}

• Minimum reviewers per pull request: {minReviewers}
• Approval required from: {reviewerRoles}

{/codeReviewRequired}

{^codeReviewRequired}

Code review is not mandatory for this project.

{/codeReviewRequired}

9. Backup and Retention

Repositories will be backed up to {backupLocation} on a {backupFrequency} basis. Backups will be retained for {retentionPeriod}.

10. Non-Compliance

Failure to follow this policy may result in restricted access to repositories or other disciplinary measures as determined by {policyOwner}.

11. Document History