DOCUMENTATION

DOCUMENTATION

Creating comprehensive documentation for your trading news website is crucial for various reasons, such as smooth development, maintenance, and collaboration among team members. Here is a list of essential documentation you should consider creating:

1. Project Overview:

   • Define the project's goals, objectives, targets, and the problem it aims to solve.

2. Site Architecture:

   • Create an architectural diagram showcasing the overall structure and navigation of the website.

3. User Stories/Use Cases:

   • Describe different types of users related to the website (e.g., readers, contributors, administrators) and provide details on their actions and scenarios to help them understand how to use the website.

4. Wireframes and Design Mockups:

   • Provide wireframes or design mockups for the main pages of the website to visually represent the layout and design.

5. Technology Stack:

   • List the technologies, frameworks, and programming languages used to build the website, including any third-party tools or APIs.

6. API Documentation:

   • If your website provides APIs for third-party use, document API endpoints, request/response formats, authentication methods, and usage examples.

7. Database Schema:

   • Document the structure of the database, including relationships between different tables/entities.

8. Content Guidelines:

   • Provide instructions for creating content (news articles, blog posts, etc.) including general formatting guidelines.

9. Style Guide:

   • Create a style guide for visual elements such as colors, fonts, logo usage, and image guidelines.

10. Security Measures:

    • Outline the security measures in place to protect user data, acknowledging that 100% security on the internet is not guaranteed.

11. User Registration and Authentication:

    • Describe the user registration and login process, including password requirements and account verification.

12. Contact and Support Information:

    • Include contact details for user support and let users know how they can reach your team for information or assistance.

13. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy:

    • Clearly articulate the terms of service and privacy policy, informing users of their rights and responsibilities when using the website.

14. Deployment Guide:

    • Provide a step-by-step guide for deploying the website on a server, including server requirements and configuration.

15. Testing Process:

    • Describe the testing procedures, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing.

16. Version Control Guidelines:

    • If using version control systems like Git, provide instructions on branching, merging, and submitting code changes.

17. Backup and Recovery:

    • Document the backup strategy to ensure data integrity and recovery procedures in case of emergencies.

18. Issue Resolution and FAQ:

    • Summarize common issue resolutions and provide a concise FAQ section for user assistance.

19. Analytics and Tracking:

    • Explain how website analytics and tracking tools are integrated and how data is used for understanding user behavior.

20. Copyright and Licensing:

    • Specify the copyright of website content and provide information on licensing rules for user-contributed content.

Remember to update your documentation regularly as the website evolves and changes over time. Well-documented projects facilitate better collaboration, onboard new team members seamlessly, and improve long-term maintenance efforts.