Changelogs Made Easy
Your users want to know what's new. OpenIssue helps you communicate updates clearly by turning your completed issues into a changelog your community can follow.
The Importance of Changelogs
Good release communication:
- •Reduces support tickets - Users find answers before asking
- •Builds excitement - New features deserve attention
- •Shows momentum - Regular updates signal an active product
- •Retains users - People stick with products that improve
From Issues to Announcements
Your Linear workflow already tracks what you've built. OpenIssue surfaces this information:
Completed Issues
When you mark an issue as done in Linear, it updates on your public board. Users can filter by status to see what's shipped.
Status-Based Filtering
Let users browse:
- •Done - Everything you've shipped
- •In Progress - What's being worked on now
- •Planned - What's coming next
Chronological History
Sort completed issues by date to create a natural changelog view.
Writing Good Issue Titles
Since your issue titles become public announcements, write them for your users:
Instead of: "Fix null pointer in auth module" Write: "Fix login error for users with special characters in email"
Instead of: "Implement feature request #423" Write: "Add dark mode support"
Keep Users Engaged
Regular updates keep your community coming back:
- •Share major releases on social media
- •Link to specific issues in email announcements
- •Let users subscribe to updates via email notifications
Your changelog becomes a marketing asset when done right.