Bram van der Giessen • 4/9/2021

The importance of good documentation

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This article discusses the hidden costs and risks of poor or missing documentation in software projects. It emphasizes how good documentation saves developer time, aids support teams, facilitates onboarding, and prevents knowledge loss when team members leave. It also provides practical advice on creating effective documentation, including code structure, commenting, and API consistency.

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