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# DevOps Repository and Release Standards

## Purpose

This section defines the AIC standard for repositories, CI/CD and release control.

It covers how code moves from commit to deployment with traceability and repeatability.

## What This Section Covers

* repository layout and pull request rules
* CI pipeline and build quality controls
* versioning, release and rollback practices
* environment and infrastructure standards

## Use This Section When

Use this section when:

* creating a repository
* designing a CI/CD pipeline
* reviewing release readiness