Track product evolution with clarity, consistency, and team alignment.
What is the Change Log Template for Developers and Product Managers?
This template helps startup product teams set up a clear and collaborative Change Log that records every product update, from new features to bug fixes. Using a table-based structure, your team will walk away with a lightweight system that fits seamlessly into your current product workflow, whether you're shipping weekly or iterating daily.
Who is the Change Log Template for?
Startup Founders needing visibility across product iterations
Product Managers who manage cross-functional releases
Engineering Leads tracking deployments and fixes
QA and CX teams who rely on accurate release history
What You’ll Get Out of the Change Log Template for Developers and Product Managers?
A ready-to-use Change Log Table
Clear ownership over who logs what
Shared understanding of product history
A repeatable system that supports agile teams
Workshop Setup & Instructions
1. Kickoff & Align on Purpose (5–10 min)
Define why a change log matters: transparency, traceability, and less guessing during QA or support escalations.
2. Customize the Template (5–10 min)
Use our table format with these columns:
Version | Date | Author | Added | Changed | Fixed | Removed | Notes
3. Log a Recent Release (10–15 min)
Pick your last release or sprint and fill out a row together as a team. Pull from commits, tickets, or product release docs.
4. Assign Ongoing Ownership (5 min)
Define who updates the log, usually the product manager or tech lead.
5. Add to Workflow (5–10 min)
Embed the change log in Notion, link it to sprint rituals, or add it to your Git repo.
Unique Insights & Common Pitfalls
Common Pitfalls
Inconsistent updates: logs are only useful if maintained regularly
Too much detail: overly technical or verbose entries create clutter
No ownership: logs become stale without a clear owner
How This Template Helps
Structured format keeps updates clean and consistent
Versioning helps teams spot regressions and track progress
Lightweight enough to be adopted without major process changes
FAQ
How often should we update the change log?
A: We recommend updating it after each sprint or deployment, make it part of your release checklist.
Can we use this with GitHub or Jira?
A: Yes. This log complements those tools, you can even link ticket references directly in the “Notes” column.
What if our team doesn’t release often?
A: No problem. You can update the log manually when significant changes occur, like internal betas or customer-facing features.
Template Format: Tables
This Miro template uses a simple table layout designed for fast entry and high visibility. You can easily duplicate rows for new releases, assign owners using avatars, and color-code by update type if needed.
