Get started with Swimm: frequently asked questions
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Swimm is a tool designed to enhance internal documentation by integrating it directly with code, using "live" snippets that are automatically kept up-to-date through an autosync algorithm. Unlike traditional code comments, which are static and can become outdated, Swimm provides a dynamic way to document code, making it easier for developers to understand and maintain complex codebases. It supports multiple repositories and all programming languages as long as Git is used, offering a centralized platform to create, manage, and sync documentation across teams. Swimm can be particularly useful for onboarding new hires by providing organized steps and hands-on documentation, thereby reducing the time needed for developers to ramp up. The platform is secure, storing documentation files within the user's repository, and requires minimal time investment to start seeing benefits. While there are no direct competitors offering the same type of code-coupled, auto-updating documentation, the alternative is often labor-intensive manual onboarding and documentation processes.