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How to write good documentation

A practical guide to writing documentation people actually read and use, covering structure, clarity, and how AI helps draft and maintain it.

Write for the reader
Structure for scanning
AI drafting and upkeep

Clarity

Write clearly for the reader.

Structure

Make it scannable.

AI drafting

Draft and improve with AI.

Findable

Keep it searchable.

What you can do with Wyatt

Clarity

Write clearly for the reader.

Structure

Make it scannable.

AI drafting

Draft and improve with AI.

Findable

Keep it searchable.

Write for the reader

Good documentation answers the reader’s real questions in plain language. Lead with what they need, avoid jargon, and assume they’re busy.

Structure for scanning

Use headings, short sections, and lists so readers can scan and find the part they need without reading everything.

Keep it current

Documentation decays when it’s separate from the work. Keeping it close to the work and assigning ownership helps it stay accurate.

Use AI to draft and maintain

In Wyatt, the assistant can draft documentation from your notes, summarize complex content, and answer questions from your docs, easing both writing and upkeep.

Frequently asked questions

What makes documentation good?

It answers the reader’s real questions in plain language and is easy to scan.

How should I structure docs?

With headings, short sections, and lists so readers can scan.

How do I keep docs current?

Keep them close to the work and assign ownership.

How does AI help?

It can draft, summarize, and answer questions from your docs.

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