nf-core / nf-core/website

Auto-link to params to their definitions

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automation enhancement
Dominant language
MDX
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Forks
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Avg merge
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Merged PRs (30d)
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Description

While parsing usage.md and while rendering the pipeline schema (and probably output.md), softlinks should be added wherever a parameter is mentioned, linking to their definitions in the parameters section on /usage.

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Research direction

Start by examining usage.md and the code that renders the pipeline schema; output.md may also need the same treatment. Trace how parameter mentions and the parameters section on /usage are generated. Done means parameter mentions in those outputs link to their definitions wherever applicable.

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Assessment

Domain
documentation
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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