Release Note

Release note is a technical document written by technical writer which contains new functions of that build as well as know defects of the product.
It is used as a communication tool between development team and client.

Normally the content of release note includes following:

• Header - Name of the document, which carries product name, release number, release date, release note date and version.
• Overview - An overview of the product and changes to the recent software version.
• Purpose - An overview of the purpose of the release notes which lists the new feature, enhancements and defects of the current build.
• Issue Summary - Provides description about the defect.
• End-User Impact - Provides information about the end-users impact due to the defect.
• Contact - Support contact information.