Changesets without merge requests in Batch Changes

You can now create changesets in Batch Changes that push code directly to a branch, no merge request required.

Sometimes you want to automate large-scale code changes without triggering a merge request, like updating internal tooling, modifying generated code, or experimenting with refactors. Until now, Batch Changes always assumed you wanted to open a merge request.

This update introduces a new type of changeset that doesn’t require a merge request. It simply:

Cuts a new branch on the code host
Pushes code directly to that branch
Runs CI to provide success/failure signals if the user has them set up

The review state is always N/A, and the status is always OPEN, keeping things simple and efficient for low-touch workflows.

Learn more about changesets in our docs.