code review of publishing part 0.6.3 - 0.6.10

[m-u-r-p-h-y]

Is there an existing issue for this?

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Please describe the feature you have in mind and explain what the current shortcomings are?

We should perform a code review of the publishing part changes made between 0.6.3 and 0.6.10 to address a specific client issue.

Suggested implementation?

No response

Describe alternatives you've considered:

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[philippe-ynput]

I asked @kalisp to prioritize the follow-up task #259. This will require re-testing from @64qam, @MilaKudr or @rdelillo.