Sharing Knowledge: Writing Good Docs for Quick Approval

Discover effective strategies for creating high-quality documentation that gains swift approval in this 38-minute conference talk by Jared Bhatti from Waymo. Learn how to enhance the visibility, quality, and inclusivity of open source projects through well-crafted documentation. Explore best practices for structuring content using templates, writing with clarity and technical precision, and avoiding common pitfalls that delay pull request reviews. Gain insights from Bhatti's experience leading Kubernetes SIG Docs from 2016 to 2020, and understand how good documentation impacts project onboarding, shared understanding, and overall reliability. Apply these techniques to create inclusive and accessible documentation that streamlines the approval process and contributes to the success of open source initiatives.