Company
Date Published
Author
Gregory Koberger
Word count
467
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

ReadMe has undergone a comprehensive transformation over the past year, introducing a new editing UI that integrates editing and previewing directly into hubs, eliminating the need for a separate admin dashboard. This revamp includes the introduction of MDX components, allowing for more interactive documentation with prebuilt tools like Cards, Accordions, Tabs, and Mermaid.js diagrams, while integrating React components and custom code blocks. The platform now features a bidirectional sync with GitHub, accommodating different user preferences for writing documentation, with plans to expand support to other providers. The "My Developers" feature is designed to personalize the experience for API users by helping them navigate their journey, whether it's their first interaction or dealing with issues like downtime. ReadMe emphasizes creating intuitive and effective documentation that guides developers smoothly and efficiently, with an ongoing rollout of upgrades and support for Enterprise customers expected by early 2025.