Add Documentation on Outlines Versioning and Releases

docs/community/versioning.md

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+title: Versioning Guide
+---
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+# Versioning Guide
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+The Outlines project follows a structured versioning scheme designed to provide clarity and minimize risk for downstream dependents.
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+Each part of the version number (`major.minor.patch`) conveys information about the nature and impact of the changes included in the release.
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+- **Major Releases** includes compatibility-breaking changes to core interfaces, such as `LogitsProcessor`s and `Guides`.
+- **Minor Releases** introduce changes of substance to internal or unexposed functionality. These changes are well tested and intended to maintain compatability with existing use of core interfaces.
+- **Patch Releases** address bug fixes and incorporate low-risk changes to improve stability and performance.
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+## Releases
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+Releases along with release notes can be found on the [Outlines Releases GitHub Page](https://github.com/outlines-dev/outlines/releases).
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+## Version Pinning Recommendations
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+Here are our recommendations for managing dependencies on the Outlines package:
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+**Small, Risk-Tolerant Projects:** Pin to a specific major version.
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+**Large, Conservative Projects:** Pin to a specific minor version.

mkdocs.yml

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     - Chat with us ☕: https://discord.com/invite/R9DSu34mGd
     - How to contribute 🏗️: community/contribute.md
     - Your projects 👏: community/examples.md
+    - Versioning Guide 📌: community/versioning.md
   - Blog: blog/index.md