<p>Keeping documentation tidy, readable, and easy to navigate shouldn’t feel like a chore. But in most projects, it eventually becomes one. Different people write differently, folders get messy, and soon no one knows where anything lives.</p>

<p>So I built something to fix that.</p>

<p>Introducing <strong>Claude Code Documentation Standards</strong> — a framework that helps you write better documentation with less effort, using a consistent structure, automated checks, and a simple one-line install.</p>




<h2>
  
  
  Why Documentation Usually Feels Hard
</h2>

<p>If you’ve ever joined or handed over a project, you’ve probably faced one (or all) of these:</p>

<ul>
<li>Every project stores documentation differently</li>
<li>It's difficult to figure out “where to start” reading</li>
<li>Markdown formatting isn’t consistent</li>
<li>No quality control — mistakes slip through</li>
<li>Setting up documentation tools takes time</li>
</ul>

<p>None of this should be your problem. You just want your documentation to look good, stay organised, and help people find what they need quickly.</p>




<h2>
  
  
  What This Framework Does For You
</h2>

<p>Claude Code Documentation Standards gives you:</p>

<p>✅ A clean, numbered folder structure so you always know where things belong<br>
✅ Automatic markdown linting so everything stays consistent<br>
✅ A simple <code>/docs</code> command that generates and organises your documentation<br>
✅ One-line installation — truly plug-and-play<br>
✅ CI/CD examples for teams<br>
✅ Pre-commit hooks so docs stay clean before they’re even committed</p>

<p>It’s designed to save you time, reduce confusion, and make your project look polished — with almost no setup.</p>


<h2>
  
  
  What You’ll Love About It
</h2>
<h3>
  
  
  <strong>1. A Structure That Actually Makes Sense</strong>
</h3>

<p>Your documentation is grouped by <em>context</em>, not by random categories.<br>
</p>

<div class="highlight js-code-highlight">
<pre class="highlight plaintext"><code>docs/
├── 01-architecture/
├── 02-development/
├── 03-deployment/
└── 04-api/
</code></pre>

</div>



<p>The numbering tells you the order things should be read — so new contributors always start in the right place.</p>




<h3>
  
  
  <strong>2. Your Documentation Cleans Itself</strong>
</h3>

<p>With built-in markdown linting, you don’t have to worry about:</p>

<ul>
<li>Odd formatting</li>
<li>Incorrect heading levels</li>
<li>Missing code block labels</li>
<li>Extra whitespace</li>
<li>Long, unreadable lines</li>
</ul>

<p>Write normally — the tools help keep it clean.</p>




<h3>
  
  
  <strong>3. A Single Command That Builds Everything For You</strong>
</h3>

<p>Just type:<br>
</p>

<div class="highlight js-code-highlight">
<pre class="highlight plaintext"><code>/docs
</code></pre>

</div>



<p>Claude Code will:</p>

<ol>
<li>Scan your project</li>
<li>Create the correct folder structure</li>
<li>Generate READMEs with tables of contents</li>
<li>Lint everything</li>
<li>Fix formatting issues</li>
</ol>

<p>Documentation setup becomes a 5-second task instead of a weekend chore.</p>




<h3>
  
  
  <strong>4. Easy-to-Understand Flow</strong>
</h3>

<p>Your docs now guide readers naturally:</p>

<ul>
<li>
<strong>Overview</strong> — What this project is</li>
<li>
<strong>Getting Started</strong> — How to use it immediately</li>
<li>
<strong>Deep Dives</strong> — How it works behind the scenes</li>
<li>
<strong>Reference</strong> — APIs, endpoints, commands, etc.</li>
</ul>

<p>This keeps your project beginner-friendly <em>and</em> expert-friendly.</p>




<h2>
  
  
  Installation (Takes Only One Line)
</h2>



<div class="highlight js-code-highlight">
<pre class="highlight shell"><code>curl <span class="nt">-fsSL</span> https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nasrulhazim/claude-docs/main/install.sh | bash
</code></pre>

</div>



<p>That’s all. The installer sets up:</p>

<ul>
<li>Documentation templates</li>
<li>Markdown linting</li>
<li>Slash commands</li>
<li>Default linting rules</li>
</ul>

<p>If you prefer manual install:<br>
</p>

<div class="highlight js-code-highlight">
<pre class="highlight shell"><code>git clone https://github.com/nasrulhazim/claude-docs.git
<span class="nb">cd </span>claude-docs
./install.sh
</code></pre>

</div>






<h2>
  
  
  Using It
</h2>

<p>In any Claude Code project, run:<br>
</p>

<div class="highlight js-code-highlight">
<pre class="highlight plaintext"><code>/docs
</code></pre>

</div>



<p>It will:</p>

<ol>
<li>Analyse your project</li>
<li>Generate all documentation folders</li>
<li>Create READMEs</li>
<li>Lint your files</li>
<li>Automatically fix issues</li>
</ol>

<p>Additional commands:<br>
</p>

<div class="highlight js-code-highlight">
<pre class="highlight plaintext"><code>/docs reorganize
/docs validate
/docs update-toc
</code></pre>

</div>



<p>Need to lint manually?<br>
</p>

<div class="highlight js-code-highlight">
<pre class="highlight plaintext"><code>markdownlint docs/**/*.md
markdownlint --fix docs/**/*.md
</code></pre>

</div>






<h2>
  
  
  A Documentation Layout That Stays Consistent
</h2>

<p>Example structure:<br>
</p>

<div class="highlight js-code-highlight">
<pre class="highlight plaintext"><code>docs/
├── README.md
├── 01-getting-started/
│   ├── README.md
│   ├── 01-installation.md
│   ├── 02-authentication.md
│   └── 03-first-request.md
├── 02-endpoints/
│   ├── README.md
│   ├── 01-users.md
│   ├── 02-posts.md
│   └── 03-comments.md
└── 03-guides/
    ├── README.md
    ├── 01-pagination.md
    ├── 02-filtering.md
    └── 03-rate-limiting.md
</code></pre>

</div>



<p>Your readers will never wonder where to look again.</p>




<h2>
  
  
  Works Beautifully in CI/CD
</h2>

<p>Add automatic documentation linting to your workflows with a few lines. This keeps your project polished even as more contributors join in.</p>




<h2>
  
  
  Why This Matters (Even If You’re a Solo Developer)
</h2>

<h3>
  
  
  <strong>For Developers</strong>
</h3>

<ul>
<li>Faster onboarding</li>
<li>Cleaner, more readable docs</li>
<li>Less manual formatting</li>
<li>A consistent experience across projects</li>
</ul>

<h3>
  
  
  <strong>For Teams</strong>
</h3>

<ul>
<li>Everyone follows the same structure</li>
<li>Automated checks mean fewer review headaches</li>
<li>Clearer documentation means fewer repeated questions</li>
</ul>

<h3>
  
  
  <strong>For Open Source</strong>
</h3>

<ul>
<li>Your project looks more mature</li>
<li>Contributors instantly understand where to add docs</li>
<li>Easier discovery = more engagement</li>
</ul>




<h2>
  
  
  Customise It Your Way
</h2>

<p>Want shorter line lengths?<br>
Want different contexts?<br>
Working on mobile apps, microservices, or data science?</p>

<p>You can adjust everything:</p>

<ul>
<li>Add new contexts</li>
<li>Update linting rules</li>
<li>Modify folder structure</li>
<li>Create your own templates</li>
</ul>

<p>The framework is opinionated — but flexible.</p>




<h2>
  
  
  Final Thoughts
</h2>

<p>Writing documentation shouldn’t drain your energy or slow down your project. With Claude Code Documentation Standards, you get:</p>

<ul>
<li>A clean structure</li>
<li>Automatic quality control</li>
<li>One-command generation</li>
<li>Consistent formatting</li>
<li>A beginner-friendly experience</li>
</ul>

<p>Let your tools handle the boring parts — so you can focus on building great software.</p>

تم تقديم معايير توثيق كود كلود كإطار مصمم لتحسين جودة الوثائق في مشاريع البرمجيات. يهدف هذا النظام إلى تبسيط عملية التوثيق من خلال توفير هيكل متسق، وفحوصات آلية، وطريقة تثبيت بسيطة، مما يعالج المشكلات الشائعة مثل التنسيق غير المتسق ونقص مراقبة الجودة.

Se han introducido los Estándares de Documentación de Claude Code como un marco diseñado para mejorar la calidad de la documentación en proyectos de software. Este sistema tiene como objetivo simplificar el proceso de documentación al proporcionar una estructura coherente, verificaciones automatizadas y un método de instalación simple, abordando problemas comunes como el formato inconsistente y la falta de control de calidad.

Les Claude Code Documentation Standards ont été introduits comme un cadre conçu pour améliorer la qualité de la documentation dans les projets logiciels. Ce système vise à rationaliser le processus de documentation en fournissant une structure cohérente, des vérifications automatisées et une méthode d'installation simple, répondant à des problèmes courants tels que le formatage incohérent et le manque de contrôle de qualité.

Claude Code Documentation Standards has been introduced as a framework designed to enhance the quality of documentation in software projects. This system aims to streamline the documentation process by providing a consistent structure, automated checks, and a simple installation method, addressing common issues such as inconsistent formatting and lack of quality control.

Introducing Claude Code Documentation Standards: Automated Documentation with Built-in Linting

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