Tag the Approved Version
To mark an official release:
git tag -a v2.1.0 -m "Validated DNA extraction protocol"Approval and Release of SOPs
When is a protocol officially approved?
After review and agreement, the change can be merged into the main branch.
This represents formal approval.
Merge the Change
Section titled “Merge the Change”Once approved:
git checkout maingit merge improve-dna-lysis-stepThe updated SOP is now validated.
Why Tag Releases?
Section titled “Why Tag Releases?”Tags create:
- Stable reference points
- Clear approval milestones
- Reproducible protocol states
- Structured release history
A tag can represent:
- Annual SOP review
- Safety validation
- Publication-ready version