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Diagrams in documentation`

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Description

There are a few places where some diagrams might be helpful. For example, we could illustrate our specific flow of HTTP messages, and possibly show the relationship between different bits of LabThings a bit more visually too. I suspect Mermaid would do a nice job of this, and I believe it integrates into Sphinx.

It would be nice to add some diagrams, particularly of the HTTP communication. While we do our best to follow the WoT standard, said standard allows a fair bit of wiggle room in the "protocol binding" so it would be useful to be clear about how we are currently implementing it.

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Research direction

No documentation file or test is named. Start by locating the existing documentation and the implementation of LabThings' HTTP protocol binding, then review how Mermaid integrates with Sphinx. Done means adding diagrams that clearly explain the HTTP message flow and relevant LabThings relationships.

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Assessment

Tech stack
fastapi, python
Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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