Webinar on Art of API Documentation: Best Practices for Technical Writers
API documentation writing stands apart from technical writing in its unique demands and audience expectations. Unlike typical technical documentation, API documentation necessitates a deep understanding of programming concepts and language to effectively connect with the audience.
In this session, Robert Delwood, Lead API Documentation Programmer-Writer at Walmart Global Tech delved into the best practices essential for crafting clear, concise, and effective API documentation.
𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬:
►Creating API documentation is an art, not a science. The documentation must be clear, concise, and tailored to diverse audiences.
► Avoid excessive linking to keep users focused on the content as prioritizing clarity and Understanding your audience are essential.
► Thoroughly understand the topic and explain it as if you’re teaching yourself. This ensures clarity in your documentation. Push back on unclear code or poorly named fields to improve clarity.
► Use consistent terms for concepts—don’t mix “API call,” “request,” “fetch,” and “get” interchangeably. Avoid unnecessary words like "unique" unless it adds value.
► Explore various APIs online to learn from others' successes and mistakes. Incorporate these insights into your documentation.
𝐏𝐏𝐓 𝐒𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬: https://bit.ly/ArtofAPIDocumentation
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