Using Azure Boards with Azure Repos, you have a bug work item with ID 123. You want a commit to set the work item state to Resolved. What text should you add to the commit message?
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Correct answer: #123 fixed.
Why this is the answer
The correct commit message to transition a work item to a 'Resolved' state in Azure Repos, when linked with Azure Boards, is 123 fixed. This specific syntax is recognized by Azure DevOps to automatically update the work item's status. While Resolves 123 is a common convention in some other version control systems, Azure DevOps specifically uses the fixed keyword for this state transition. Verifies 123 or Resolved- are not recognized keywords for automatic state changes. Using the correct keyword ensures that your commit not only records code changes but also updates the associated work item, streamlining your workflow and maintaining accurate board status.
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