RDoc
RDoc is the standard documentation generator for Ruby projects, producing HTML and command-line documentation from source code.
What is RDoc?
RDoc is the standard documentation generator for the Ruby programming language. It parses Ruby source files and extracts structured documentation from comments, producing HTML pages for web viewing and command-line documentation accessible via the `ri` tool. It solves the problem of keeping code documentation synchronized with the source by generating it directly from the codebase.
Ruby developers and gem maintainers who need to create and maintain documentation for their projects, libraries, or applications. It is particularly useful for open-source projects where clear, accessible documentation is essential for adoption.
Developers choose RDoc because it is the built-in, battle-tested documentation tool for Ruby, requiring no external dependencies. Its tight integration with the Ruby ecosystem, support for multiple markup formats, and live preview server make it a comprehensive solution for documentation workflows.
Overview
RDoc produces HTML and online documentation for Ruby projects.
Use Cases
Best For
- Generating API documentation for Ruby gems and libraries
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