Documentation Standards
This document outlines guidelines on how to document code, projects, and processes effectively. Clear and comprehensive documentation is crucial for the understanding and future maintenance of our projects.
1. Code Documentation
In code-conventions.md we have established code conventions. Additionally, code documentation should adhere to the following standards:
Comments: Use comments sparingly and aim for self-explanatory code. Only include comments for complex algorithms or to clarify non-obvious code sections.
Inline Documentation: Use inline documentation tools if applicable (e.g., JSDoc for JavaScript).
2. Project Documentation
Proper project documentation is essential for onboarding and maintaining projects. Follow these standards:
README.md: Each project MUST have a comprehensive README.md covering project overview, installation instructions, usage examples, and contribution guidelines.
Wiki: Consider using the repository’s wiki for in-depth documentation, guides, and tutorials.
Architecture Diagrams: If applicable, include high-level architecture diagrams to aid understanding.
Contributing to Documentation Standards
If you have suggestions or improvements for these documentation standards, please open an issue or submit a pull request. Your contributions help maintain clear and effective documentation across our projects.