Best Practices for Documentation

Best Practices for Documentation

Good documentation is clear, organized, and actually helpful to readers. Here are the practices that work best.

Keep It Simple

Use plain language that anyone can understand. Avoid technical jargon when possible. If you must use technical terms, explain them clearly.

Organize Well

Structure your documentation with clear headings and logical sections. Use a table of contents so readers can find what they need quickly.

Use Examples

Show, don't just tell. Include code examples, screenshots, or step-by-step guides. People learn better from examples than from descriptions alone.

Keep It Updated

This is where DocVya helps. Make sure your documentation stays in sync with your code. Outdated documentation is worse than no documentation.

Get Feedback

Ask your readers what's helpful and what's confusing. Use this feedback to improve your documentation over time.

Make It Findable

Organize your docs so people can find information easily. Use good search functionality and clear navigation.

Measure Success

Track which pages people read and how long they spend on them. Use this data to focus on what matters most.