The 2.47 release branch has been created
The binutils 2.47 release branch is now open for bug fixes and translations, aiming for a July 26th release.
Nick Clifton announces the creation of the binutils 2.47 release branch, providing git clone instructions and a link to the source snapshot. He outlines the rules for accepting patches (bug fixes, documentation, translations) and sets a target release date of July 26th. All patches require his review. The GOLD assembler is not included in this release.
- proposer
Announces the creation of the binutils 2.47 release branch, defines criteria for accepted patches (bug fixes, translations, documentation), and sets a target release date. Requires patch review.
“The 2.47 branch has now been created: git clone git://sourceware.org/git/binutils-gdb.git -b binutils-2_47-branch A snapshot of the sources is also available here: https://sourceware.org/pub/binutils/snapshots/binutils-2.46.90.tar.xz Please could all patches for the branch be run by me. The rules for the branch are: * No new features. * Target specific bug fixes…”
- reviewer
Acknowledges the announcement and notes the rule that new features are not accepted, then quotes the proposer's text.
“On Sun, Jul 12, 2026 at 5:50 PM Nick Clifton <nickc@redhat.com> wrote: > Hi Everyone, > > The 2.47 branch has now been created: > > git clone git://sourceware.org/git/binutils-gdb.git -b binutils-2_47-branch > > A snapshot of the sources is also available here: > > https://sourceware.org/pub/binutils/snapshots/binutils-2.46.90.tar.xz > > Please could all patches for the branch be run by me. > Th…”
In Details
Announcement of the creation of the binutils-2_47-branch for the upcoming Binutils 2.47 release. This branch is for critical bug fixes, documentation updates, and translations only; no new features are allowed. The release is targeted for July 26th, and all patches must be reviewed by Nick Clifton. The GOLD linker is not part of this release.
- Release branch
- A specific version of source code maintained for releasing a stable version of software, typically receiving only bug fixes and critical updates.
- GOLD
- An alternative linker to GNU ld, developed by the Android/Google team, known for its performance. It is not included in this particular binutils release.
- Snapshot
- A version of the source code at a specific point in time, often provided as a tarball for easier download and use.