documentation

You can standardize public APIs and architecture documentation by applying a consistent template that requires YAML frontmatter, core concepts, data flow, usage, edge cases, and maintainer notes to ensure long-term clarity.

The best way to structure feature docs is to create an entry named in kebab-case and fill in predefined sections for core concepts, data flow, usage, edge cases, and maintainer notes to improve team onboarding and knowledge transfer.

Inconsistent documentation makes architecture patterns hard to use because without standardized templates, future maintainers lack a clear user manual, causing feature modules and public APIs to become difficult to understand and adopt.

To create a new documentation entry, name your feature in kebab-case, include YAML frontmatter with a name and description, and populate the body with core sections, Quick Start instructions, and optional reference directories.

Public API documentation templates should include sections for core concepts, data flow, usage, edge cases, and maintainer notes, along with a Quick Start instruction and optional directories for references and assets.

Yes, you can use this documentation standard for both new features and engineering patterns, as it establishes a consistent structure applicable to product teams creating new features, architecture patterns, or public APIs.