The Emperor Has No Docs - Importance of Software Documentation

Explore the critical role of documentation in software development through this engaging conference talk from GeeCON 2023 Prague. Join Ignasi Marimon-Clos i Sunyol as he shares his personal journey from neglecting documentation to recognizing its importance in the software delivery cycle. Learn valuable tips and tricks for incorporating documentation habits into your workflow, and discover how proper documentation can save time and money for your organization. Examine the various types of audiences and use cases where documentation proves invaluable. Confront common arguments against documentation and understand why code alone is insufficient for conveying the complete story of your software. Through analogies to board games and heroic tales, gain insights into creating clear instructions for your software projects. Whether you're a beginner, daily user, or expert, this talk offers valuable perspectives on improving your documentation practices and enhancing the usability of your APIs.