siriusscan--sirius/documentation/dev/templates/TEMPLATE.documentation-standard.md

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title: "[DOCUMENT TITLE]"
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last_updated: "[YYYY-MM-DD]"
author: "[Document Author]"
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prerequisites: ["[prerequisite1]", "[prerequisite2]"]
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# [DOCUMENT TITLE]

## Purpose

[Brief 2-3 sentence description of what this document is for and who should use it. Be specific about the document's scope and intended audience.]

## When to Use

[Clear list of scenarios when this document should be referenced. Include specific triggers, situations, or conditions that warrant consulting this documentation.]

- **Primary Use Case**: [Main reason to use this document]
- **Secondary Use Cases**: [Additional scenarios]
- **Edge Cases**: [Special circumstances]
- **Avoid When**: [When NOT to use this document]

## How to Use

[Step-by-step instructions for applying the information in this document. Include specific commands, procedures, or workflows that users should follow.]

### Quick Start

```bash
# Essential commands or steps
[Provide working examples]
```

### Prerequisites

- [List any requirements or dependencies]
- [Include system requirements if applicable]

### Step-by-Step Process

1. **[Step 1]**: [Description and command]
2. **[Step 2]**: [Description and command]
3. **[Continue as needed]**

## What It Is

[Comprehensive technical documentation that explains the system, process, or concept in detail. This is the "meat and potatoes" section that provides deep technical understanding.]

### Architecture Overview

[High-level system design, components, and relationships]

### Technical Details

[Detailed explanation of how the system works, including:]

- **Core Components**: [Key parts and their functions]
- **Data Flow**: [How information moves through the system]
- **Dependencies**: [What the system relies on]
- **Configuration**: [How to configure the system]

### Implementation Details

[Specific technical implementation information:]

- **File Structure**: [Relevant files and directories]
- **Code Examples**: [Working code samples with context]
- **Configuration Options**: [Available settings and their effects]
- **Integration Points**: [How this connects with other systems]

### Advanced Topics

[Complex or specialized information for advanced users:]

- **Customization**: [How to modify or extend the system]
- **Performance Considerations**: [Optimization and scaling]
- **Security Implications**: [Security considerations and best practices]

## Troubleshooting

### FAQ

**Q: [Common question about the topic]**
A: [Clear, concise answer with specific steps if applicable]

**Q: [Another common question]**
A: [Answer with examples or references to other sections]

**Q: [Continue with up to 10 frequently asked questions]**
A: [Keep answers updated as new issues are discovered]

### Command Reference

[Essential commands for troubleshooting and maintenance:]

```bash
# [Command description]
[command] [options] [arguments]

# [Another command description]
[command] [options] [arguments]

# [Continue with commonly used commands]
```

### Common Issues and Solutions

| Issue                | Symptoms             | Solution             |
| -------------------- | -------------------- | -------------------- |
| [Problem 1]          | [How to identify]    | [Step-by-step fix]   |
| [Problem 2]          | [How to identify]    | [Step-by-step fix]   |
| [Continue as needed] | [Continue as needed] | [Continue as needed] |

### Debugging Steps

1. **[Check X]**: [How to verify this component]
2. **[Check Y]**: [How to verify this component]
3. **[Check Z]**: [How to verify this component]

### Log Analysis

[How to read and interpret relevant logs:]

```bash
# [Command to view logs]
[command] | grep [pattern]

# [What to look for in logs]
[explanation of log patterns and their meanings]
```

### Performance Troubleshooting

[Specific guidance for performance-related issues:]

- **Resource Usage**: [How to check CPU, memory, disk usage]
- **Bottlenecks**: [Common performance bottlenecks and solutions]
- **Monitoring**: [How to monitor system health]

### Lessons Learned

**YYYY-MM-DD**: [Description of what was learned, what problem it solved, and how it improves the documentation]

**YYYY-MM-DD**: [Another lesson learned with timestamp]

[Continue adding lessons learned entries as new insights are gained]

## Related Documentation

[Links to related documents and their relationships:]

- **[Related Doc 1]**: [Brief description of relationship]
- **[Related Doc 2]**: [Brief description of relationship]
- **[Related Doc 3]**: [Brief description of relationship]

## LLM Context

[Additional context specifically for Large Language Models:]

- **Key Concepts**: [Important concepts for AI understanding]
- **Technical Context**: [Technical background information]
- **Common Patterns**: [Frequently used patterns or approaches]
- **Edge Cases**: [Important edge cases to consider]
- **Integration Points**: [How this relates to other systems]

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