Question 1

How do I integrate markdown magic into a GitHub Actions workflow?

Accepted Answer

Markdown Magic provides prebuilt binaries and example YAML configurations in the README for automatic updates on push. You can download the binary and run it in a step, then commit changes, making it easy to keep docs in sync with code changes.

Question 2

Can markdown magic handle real-time data updates in markdown files?

Accepted Answer

No, it processes markdown files statically during build or CI/CD runs. It pulls data from sources like files or URLs at runtime but doesn't support live, server-side updates without re-executing the tool.

Question 3

Markdown Magic vs other tools like Docsify or MkDocs for documentation?

Accepted Answer

Markdown Magic focuses on automating content injection within markdown files, whereas Docsify and MkDocs are full static site generators with themes and navigation. Use Markdown Magic if you need dynamic updates in plain markdown; choose the others for out-of-the-box documentation sites.

Question 4

What are the performance impacts when processing large markdown directories?

Accepted Answer

Performance can degrade with many files or deep directory trees, as noted in the README's option to 'useGitGlob for LARGE file directories.' It's best suited for moderate-sized projects or with optimizations like limiting file globs.

Question 5

How do I create a custom transform to pull data from an API?

Accepted Answer

You can write a JavaScript function that fetches data and returns formatted markdown, then register it in the transforms config. The README shows examples using custom transforms, such as the JSDocs transform for parsing code comments.

Question 6

Does markdown magic work with static site generators like Jekyll or Hugo?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but it requires running Markdown Magic before the site generator builds, as it updates markdown files. You can integrate it into pre-build scripts, though compatibility depends on your setup and may need custom configuration.

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