What is a docs-as-code workflow?

It is an approach where documentation is written in plain text (Markdown), stored in version control systems like Git, and published automatically via CI/CD pipelines.

Is this skill only for API references?

While optimized for technical docs, it is suitable for any content project that benefits from versioning, automated builds, and Markdown-based authoring.

Can I automate the deployment of my documentation site?

Absolutely. This skill includes pre-defined GitHub Actions workflows to build and deploy your documentation site to platforms like GitHub Pages.

How does this help with team collaboration?

By using Git, it enables teams to use Pull Requests and peer reviews for documentation changes, ensuring quality and consistency across the project.

Does this skill support static site generators?

Yes, it specifically provides configuration and structure for MkDocs and the popular Material for MkDocs theme.

Docs-as-Code Technical Writer

Name: Docs-as-Code Technical Writer
Author: spjoshis

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Learning & Documentation

Streamlines the creation and maintenance of technical documentation using version control, Markdown, and automated publishing workflows.

About

This skill empowers developers to treat documentation with the same rigor as source code by implementing standard 'docs-as-code' workflows. It provides structured guidance for setting up MkDocs projects, managing collaborative writing through Git, and automating publishing via CI/CD pipelines. Ideal for creating API references, developer guides, and open-source project documentation, this skill ensures your content remains scalable, version-controlled, and easily searchable.

Key Features

1 GitHub stars
Automated MkDocs project scaffolding and configuration
Structured Markdown templates for API references and guides
Pre-configured CI/CD pipelines for automated publishing
Seamless Git-based workflow integration for documentation reviews
Support for Material for MkDocs features and extensions

Use Cases

Implementing a collaborative peer-review process for internal technical wikis
Setting up professional developer documentation for open-source projects
Automating the build and deployment of multi-versioned API guides

About

Key Features

1 GitHub stars
Automated MkDocs project scaffolding and configuration
Structured Markdown templates for API references and guides
Pre-configured CI/CD pipelines for automated publishing
Seamless Git-based workflow integration for documentation reviews
Support for Material for MkDocs features and extensions

Use Cases

Implementing a collaborative peer-review process for internal technical wikis
Setting up professional developer documentation for open-source projects
Automating the build and deployment of multi-versioned API guides