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docs as code
About this tag
The docs as code approach treats documentation like software code, using version control, plain-text formats, and developer workflows. On WindowsForum.com, discussions compare tools like HackMD and Word for technical documentation, focusing on how Markdown-first editors enable collaborative writing, review processes, and integration with code repositories. Topics include choosing the right tool for API docs, runbooks, and specs, emphasizing efficiency and team workflow over traditional word processors.
When a technical team sits down to write a spec, produce API docs, or capture runbooks, the choice between a Markdown-first editor and a traditional word processor is not a matter of taste — it changes how the team writes, reviews, and ships work.
Background
The competition between modern...