Why isn't the REVISION file done automatically?

[balupton]

Why isn't the REVISION file done automatically?

[aizatto]

Because we won't know what revision is installed on your server.

[xrado]

It could be created automatically if do not exists yet (initial deploy).

[anselmdk]

I agree, that would be a nice enhancement. But it's not a big stopper for me for now, as it's a one time thing.