Standard Readme
A specification and tooling for creating consistent, high-quality README files across open source projects.
What is Standard Readme?
Standard Readme is a specification and set of tools for creating standardized README files in open source projects. It provides a consistent structure and guidelines to ensure READMEs are informative, maintainable, and user-friendly. The project includes a spec, a linter, and a generator to help developers adopt the standard.
Open source maintainers and developers who want to improve their project documentation, especially those managing multiple repositories or organizations seeking consistency.
It saves time and effort by providing a clear template and automated tools, ensures users can easily find critical information, and promotes best practices in documentation across the open source ecosystem.
Overview
A standard style for README files
Use Cases
Best For
- Establishing consistent documentation across an organization's repositories
- Automating README quality checks with a linter
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