How to Make Your Developer Documentation Work with LLMs: Lessons from the Trenches

Large language models (LLMs) are increasingly being used by developers to write code and discover tools, with over 97% of GitHub developers using AI coding tools. To help LLMs and developers use documentation effectively, companies can modify their docs to make them work better with LLMs. This can be achieved through building great docs that are well-structured, up-to-date, and consistent, or by deploying an AI-powered documentation assistant (chatbot) that provides a convenient interface for users. Another option is to generate an `llms.txt` file, which helps LLMs discover and ingest content, and includes features like semantic density and markdown text. Finally, adding a "copy to markdown" button allows developers to leverage LLMs in a similar way to providing the full documentation, making it easier for them to use the docs effectively.

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