Makelog
Makelog: AI-Powered Changelogs for Software Teams
Makelog automates product updates and changelogs using GPT-3, pulling directly from tools like GitHub, Jira, and Linear to keep stakeholders in the loop.
Overview
Makelog is a continuous communication platform built for software teams who ship fast and need to keep everyone—from internal stakeholders to end users—informed without the manual grind. By connecting directly to the tools where development work actually happens, like GitHub, Jira, and Linear, Makelog pulls updates straight from the source and uses GPT-3 to transform raw commits and tickets into polished, readable changelog entries. Instead of spending hours drafting release notes, teams can automate the heavy lifting and focus on building.
Beyond just generating changelogs, Makelog acts as a distribution hub for product news. Updates can be pushed directly to Slack channels or delivered via email subscriptions, giving customers and internal teams flexible ways to stay current. This makes it a valuable tool not just for engineering, but for product, marketing, and customer success teams who rely on clear, consistent updates to drive engagement and alignment across the organization.
Capabilities & Features
- Changelog
- Product Updates
- Stakeholder Communication
- Release Notes
- GPT-3
- Integrations
- Slack
- Continuous Communication
Core Features
- GPT-3 powered changelog generation
- Native integrations with GitHub, Jira, Linear, and Segment
- Automated Slack and email update distribution
- Customizable public and internal changelogs with branding
- Embeddable widget and RSS feed support
- Feature flag support and workflow automation
Use Cases
- Automatically generating release notes from GitHub, Jira, or Linear activity
- Keeping stakeholders and leadership aligned on shipped features
- Notifying customers of new features via Slack or email
- Publishing a branded public changelog to boost transparency
- Coordinating cross-team communication for product launches
Best For
- Product Managers
- Software Development Teams
- Marketing Teams
- Customer Success Teams
- Fast-shipping startups
Pros
- •Saves significant time by automating changelog writing with GPT-3
- •Pulls updates directly from tools teams already use, reducing duplicate work
- •Multiple distribution channels (Slack, email, RSS, widget) increase reach
- •Customizable branding keeps changelogs consistent with your product
- •Scales from solo founders to enterprise teams with tiered plans
Cons
- •Entry-level Solo plan limits usage to a single seat
- •Advanced features like feature flags and unlimited integrations require the pricier Team plan
- •Enterprise pricing isn't transparent and requires direct contact
- •Relies on GPT-3 output quality, which may need manual review for accuracy
How to Use
1. Connect Makelog to your existing workflow tools such as GitHub, Jira, or Linear. 2. Let GPT-3 help transform your raw development activity into polished changelog entries. 3. Customize and publish your changelog with your own branding and domain. 4. Distribute updates automatically to Slack or via email subscriptions so stakeholders and customers stay informed. 5. Use integrations and workflow automation to keep the process running with minimal manual effort.
Frequently Asked Questions
Connect & Contact
Pricing
Makelog offers a Solo plan at $9/mo for individuals, a Team plan at $29/seat/mo with advanced automation and integrations, and custom Enterprise pricing for larger organizations.
Pricing data is provided as a summary. Visit the vendor website for full tier details.