ci: Automate semantic versioning and release notes

[Xhristin3]

Problem Statement

The release workflow (.github/workflows/release.yml) builds Docker images on tag push but does not auto-bump versions or generate release notes. Version numbers must be manually tagged.

Evidence

Release workflow triggers on tags: ["v*.*.*"] and builds/pushes Docker images. No semantic-release, changesets, or release drafter configuration.

Impact

Manual version management. Release notes must be written by hand. No automated changelog generation from conventional commits.

Proposed Solution

Add semantic-release with @semantic-release/commit-analyzer, @semantic-release/release-notes-generator, and @semantic-release/changelog. Configure to run on main branch pushes, determine next version from commit messages, and generate GitHub release.

Acceptance Criteria

• Semantic release configured
• Version determined from conventional commit types
• Release notes auto-generated
• Docker images tagged with new version

File Map

• .releaserc.json — new
• .github/workflows/release.yml — add semantic-release step
• package.json — add semantic-release devDependency

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Labels: ci-cd, enhancement
Priority: Enhancement | Difficulty: Intermediate | Estimated Effort: 1d

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Labels: ci-cd
Priority: Enhancement | Difficulty: Intermediate | Estimated Effort: 1d
Backlog ID: REPO-047

[Adesam007-pr3dator]

Hi, I would love to work on this issue

[Adeyemi-cmd]

I would love to take on this task because it combines CI/CD automation, release management, and developer experience improvements. I have a good understanding of GitHub Actions and automated release workflows, and I’m excited by opportunities to reduce manual processes and improve project maintainability. This enhancement has a clear scope and measurable outcomes, including automated versioning, changelog generation, and Docker image tagging. I’m confident in my ability to configure semantic-release, integrate it into the existing workflow, and ensure the release process remains reliable and easy to maintain.

[Agbasimere]

Hi there, I'd like to work on this issue.

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