ipfs/distributions

version listing does not have `latest` symlink

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#34 opened on Jan 20, 2016

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Description

the version listing inside a distribution should have a latest symlink, which is used to enable links like https://dist.ipfs.io/go-ipfs/latest/dist.json

to be clear:

.
├── go-ipfs
│   ├── latest -> v0.3.11
│   ├── v0.3.11

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Research direction
Identify the build or deployment script that generates the version listing and add logic to create a 'latest' symlink after each release.
Tech stack
shell
Domain
devops
Issue type
Feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
2
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-3 hours
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Stale
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
Clear
Prerequisites
GitShell scripting
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
80