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@@ -89,6 +89,8 @@ Use the AI codebase search to find:
 
 ### 1. Setup Git Branch
 
+**IMPORTANT**: Always start from an up-to-date main branch to avoid merge conflicts and ensure the changelog is based on the latest code.
+
 ```bash
 cd /Users/thomascolasdesfrancs/code/twenty
 git checkout main
@@ -98,6 +100,8 @@ git checkout -b {VERSION}
 
 Replace `{VERSION}` with the actual version number (e.g., `1.9.0`)
 
+⚠️ **Do this first** before making any file changes. This ensures your branch is based on the latest main.
+
 ### 2. Create File Structure
 
 **Create changelog file:**
@@ -174,6 +178,7 @@ Description of the third feature.
 - Focus on user benefits, not technical implementation
 - Use active voice
 - Start with what the user can now do
+- **NEVER mention the brand name "Twenty"** in changelog text - use "your workspace", "the platform", or similar neutral references instead
 
 **Reference Previous Changelogs:**
 - Check `packages/twenty-website/src/content/releases/` for examples
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@@ -0,0 +1,17 @@
+---
+release: 1.12.0
+Date: 2025-12-02
+---
+
+# Revamped Side Panel
+
+The side panel now opens next to your content rather than above it, giving you a better overview while configuring workflows or viewing record details. This new layout is especially handy for workflows and the upcoming dashboards feature.
+
+![](/images/releases/1.12/1.12.0-side-panel.png)
+
+# Granular Email Folder Sync
+
+Choose exactly which Gmail labels or Outlook folders to sync on your workspace. This gives you more control over your email data and better privacy by importing only the folders you need.
+
+![](/images/releases/1.12/1.12.0-folder-sync.png)
+