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MkDocs and GitHub Pages⚓︎

What is MkDocs?⚓︎

MkDocs is a fast, simple, and static site generator designed specifically for building project documentation. It's written in Python and uses Markdown files to create beautiful documentation websites.

Why Use MkDocs?⚓︎

  • Simple: Write documentation in Markdown
  • Fast: Quick build times
  • Beautiful: Multiple themes available
  • Search: Built-in search functionality
  • Versioning: Support for multiple versions
  • GitHub Pages: Easy deployment

Getting Started with Material for MkDocs⚓︎

Best Practices⚓︎

  • Use a consistent documentation structure
  • Include a search functionality
  • Add versioning for API documentation
  • Use relative links
  • Include a table of contents
  • Add code examples
  • Keep documentation up to date
  • Use a modern theme (like Material for MkDocs)