postpush

Postpush is a term used to describe actions that occur after a push operation in software workflows. It is not a formal standard with a single definition, but a generic label applied across tools to refer to post-push processes that follow a push to a repository, artifact registry, or content delivery system.

In version control contexts, postpush often refers to server-side actions triggered after a push is received, such as through post-receive or similar hooks. These actions can include triggering deployment pipelines, updating mirrors, or notifying teams and systems that new code has arrived.

In continuous integration and deployment, postpush encompasses workflows that start after a push event. Examples include running automated tests, building artifacts, running static analysis, and deploying to staging or production environments. Postpush steps may also trigger downstream jobs, synchronize documentation, or refresh indexes in related services.

In artifact publishing and package registries, postpush tasks may update package indexes, notify subscribers, run validation checks, or initiate downstream packaging or deployment tasks after a new version is published.

Some tools and services refer to postpush as a generic stage in a pipeline, while others use more specific terms such as post-receive, post-release, or post-publish. The exact meaning and implementation vary by platform, but the common theme is that postpush handles the consequences and follow-up actions after a push has succeeded. Operators should consider reliability, idempotence, and security when designing postpush processes.