Request changes to a FactorySpec release

Stay in the visible practice workspace. Reopen the original submission and request a clear correction instead of approving a requirement that is not yet settled.

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Stay in the visible practice workspace. Reopen the original submission and request a clear correction instead of approving a requirement that is not yet settled.

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Request changes to a FactorySpec release

  1. Load the current FactorySpec source

    Load the current FactorySpec source

    Read the original source and its saved expected results before continuing.

  2. Open the expert-approved engineering release

    Open the expert-approved engineering release

    Open the release from FactorySpec’s own list. Expert approval and approval to select this release are separate decisions.

  3. Open the saved FactorySpec submission

    Open the saved FactorySpec submission

    Load the original saved submission and read its proof from the source again. Loading it does not approve it.

  4. Request a change before release

    Request a change before release

    A passing software check does not settle an unclear requirement. Choose Request changes when the release is not ready for your approval.

  5. Explain what needs to change

    Explain what needs to change

    Give the author a clear correction or question to resolve before submitting another release.

  6. Return the release with your explanation

    Return the release with your explanation

    Save the request for changes against this exact submission. This does not approve or activate it.

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The author must resolve the review and submit the appropriate corrected work. No activation occurs.

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