The Documentation Compendium

The Minimal template provides a structured markdown framework for documenting a project. It includes essential sections: a project name, a table of contents, an 'About' section, a 'Quick Start' guide (covering prerequisites, installation, and a demo), and a 'Usage' section. This template is designed to help developers quickly set up a baseline for local development and testing documentation.

# 项目名称

## 目录
+ [关于](#about)
+ [快速开始](#getting_started)
+ [使用方法](#usage)
+ [贡献](../CONTRIBUTING.md)

## 关于 <a name = "about"></a>
关于你项目的目的，写1-2个段落。

## 快速开始 <a name = "getting_started"></a>
这些指令会让你复制整个项目，并在本地机器上运行以进行开发和测试。
查看[部署](#deployment)，获取如何在线上系统部署的信息。

### 准备工作

需要哪些软件以及如何安装它们。

例子

### 安装

一步步的介绍如何运行开发环境。

介绍每个步骤

给出例子

然后重复

直到完成

在例子最后，从搭好的系统中获取一些数据，或者介绍如何使用它做个小的demo展示。

## 使用方法 <a name = "usage"></a>

介绍如何使用这个系统。

The frontend/www directory contains the complete contents of the Internet page. It is the only part of the server-side logic that should be accessible to the outside world.

• js/: Contains JavaScript files and frameworks. Note: When making changes, you must minify the JavaScript before uploading.
• css/: Contains minified CSS files.

The frontend/server directory contains the core logic of the application. These modules must not be directly accessible to the outside world; they should only be called by the user interface located in the www folder.

• controllers/: Contains the business logic and exposes the server API.
• libs/: Contains libraries and utilities.
• libs/dao/: Contains Data Access Objects (DAO) and Value Objects (VO).

When writing the Problem Statement section for a hackathon project, use this three-part structure to define requirements effectively:

• Ideal State: Describe the expected environment or outcome once the solution is implemented.
• Current State: Describe the current reality of the product or process.
• Consequences: Describe the impact (costs in money, time, productivity, or competitive advantage) if the problem remains unsolved.

The en/README_TEMPLATES/ directory provides several specialized README templates. Choose the template that best matches your project's scope and requirements:

• Minimal.md: Use this for a quick, basic setup of a very simple README.
• Standard.md: Use this for a detailed, comprehensive README covering all major project aspects.
• Hackathon.md: Use this during hackathons to create a high-impact, thorough README designed to impress judges.
• Bot.md: Use this specifically for documenting and sharing bots.
• IoT.md: Use this for IoT (Internet of Things) projects to ensure all hardware and connectivity details are covered.

This template provides a structured format for documenting a bot project. It includes sections for:

• Introduction: A brief description of the bot's purpose.
• Demo: Visual representation of the bot in action.
• How it works: Technical explanation of the logic (e.g., API fallback logic).
• Usage: Specific command syntax and examples.
• Getting Started: Prerequisites and local installation steps.
• Deployment: Instructions for hosting (e.g., Heroku).
• Built Using: List of core technologies and libraries used.

The README_TEMPLATES directory provides specialized Markdown templates tailored to specific project categories. You can select and use these templates to structure your project's documentation based on its nature:

• Bot.md: For bot-related projects.
• Hackathon.md: For projects developed during hackathons.
• IoT.md: For Internet of Things projects.
• Minimal.md: For lightweight or simple projects requiring minimal documentation.
• Standard.md: For general-purpose projects requiring a standard documentation structure.

To ensure your code adheres to the project's coding guidelines, run the validation script using the following command:

stuff/php-format.py validate

Follow these guidelines to improve the quality and accessibility of your documentation:

Do:

• Use a lighthearted, friendly tone.
• Keep content brief.
• Use headings frequently to break up text and enable deep linking.
• Link to additional information externally rather than forcing readers to navigate multiple pages for context.
• Include code snippets, CLI examples, and visual aids.
• Introduce a guide to provide context before diving into technical details.
• Describe the functionality of files within your project.
• Use gender-neutral pronouns (e.g., 'they').

Avoid:

• Assuming prior knowledge about the topic.
• Using idioms (use formal, well-defined terms to assist non-native speakers).
• Cluttering explanations with overly detailed examples.
• Using offensive terms.