libgit2 / libgit2/rugged

Add wiki and/or examples directory to source

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Description

There are a couple of things which are not that easy to figure from plain API docs. A wiki and/or an "examples" directory in the source would help a lot with that. Could also help to have a way to see how to do something "the proper way".

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Research direction

Start by reviewing the existing API documentation and the source repository layout to identify gaps in practical guidance. Define whether a wiki, an examples directory, or both best address those gaps, then document proper usage patterns and verify that the examples are understandable and usable.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c, ruby
Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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