TextRelease
TextRelease is a framework and protocol for releasing textual content with controlled access, versioning, and licensing metadata to ensure traceability and reproducibility of text. It is designed for publishers, educators, and developers who need verifiable, time-stamped releases of text.
Core components include a release manifest containing metadata such as title, author, version, license, and release
Workflow typically involves an author creating a release and signing the manifest, then publishing the release
Implementation and scope: TextRelease can be used for open educational resources, research articles, books, or documentation
Advantages include verifiable provenance, license compliance, and controlled distribution; challenges include added complexity, potential performance overhead,