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@@ -68,9 +68,8 @@ When contributing, please attempt to match the code style already in the codebas
 
 When fixing bugs and adding features, when appropriate please also:
 
-* Update changelog.txt
-* Add/update related unit tests
 * Update related doc comments
+* Add/update related unit tests
 
 If you're new to the project, check out our [good first bug](https://github.com/openseadragon/openseadragon/issues?labels=good+first+bug&page=1&state=open) issues for some places to dip your toe in the water.