Explanation

Learn how Canonical determines which updates qualify for SRUs, who supervises the update process, who contributes and what responsibilities they have.

Which updates we release

We follow strict rules to ensure that SRUs fix real-world problems and introduce no disruptions.

• Principles
• Requirements

Who releases updates

The SRU team and other stakeholders review and release updates. Community members outside of Canonical can contribute in the process.

• Overview of the SRU pipeline
• Role expectations

Processes

You must follow these rules when you upload a package update. Processes such as automatic tests, phasing and user reports prevent regressions in updates. Certain exceptions to standard processes are possible.

• Standard processes
• Non-standard processes
• Reasons for requirements