title: How to release versions on GitHub through the command line?
body: <p>GitHub has a <a href="https://github.com/blog/1547-release-your-software" rel="noreferrer">feature</a> on their website that allows you to mark particular snapshots of your repository as release versions of software. Sample URL: <a href="https://github.com/github/orchestrator/releases" rel="noreferrer">https://github.com/github/orchestrator/releases</a>  </p>
  
  <p>Is there a way I can do this from the command line, without having to log on and use the interface?  I realize the feature is not a part of git, but I was hoping there is some kind of api or solution other people use to make the process automated.</p>