Versioning conventions
======================

Version tagging is based on a `major.minor.patch` numbering scheme following
Semantic Versioning Specification ([SemVer](https://semver.org)).

- The *major* number is incremented after extensive rewrites or substantial
  overhauls that may significantly affect workflow integration or user
  experience.  Major updates undergo extensive testing, but subsequent patch
  updates may still be needed.

- The *minor* number is incremented whenever modifications to the source code
  are significant enough to require updates to parameter files or other input
  files.

- The *patch* number is used to denote bug fixes or other minor revisions.
  Updates to parameter files or other input files are not required.

[Tagged releases](https://github.com/globalseismology/avni/tags) are fairly
infrequent because the associated testing is very time consuming.