🤖 auto-documentor - Auto-generate clear README files fast

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📋 What is auto-documentor?

auto-documentor is an easy-to-use program that reads your project’s code and creates a clear README file for it. This README includes key parts like the project's mission, structure, main features, and an API reference. It helps you quickly explain your code to others without writing the document yourself.

This tool runs from the Windows command line. You do not need to understand programming to use it. Just follow the steps below to download and get started.

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🖥️ System Requirements

• Windows 10 or newer
• At least 1 GB of free disk space
• Internet connection to download the application
• Basic knowledge of using the command prompt (instructions included)

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💾 Download and Install auto-documentor

You will find the program on the official releases page. This page contains all versions for download.

1. Click the big blue button below or visit the link:
   Download auto-documentor

2. On the releases page, look for the latest version. It usually has the highest version number and the newest date.

3. Inside the latest version’s assets, find the file named auto-documentor-windows.exe or similar with .exe extension.

4. Click the .exe file to download it to your computer.

5. Once the download finishes, open your "Downloads" folder.

6. Double-click the .exe file to run the installer or the program directly.

7. If Windows asks for permission, click “Yes” to allow the app to run.

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🚀 How to Use auto-documentor

The program works through the Windows Command Prompt (also called CMD). Here is how to open and use it step-by-step.

Open Command Prompt

1. Press the Windows key on your keyboard.

2. Type cmd in the search box.

3. Click the app named “Command Prompt” to open it.

Run auto-documentor

1. Change to the folder where you downloaded auto-documentor-windows.exe. Usually, this is your Downloads folder. In Command Prompt, type:

   cd %HOMEPATH%\Downloads
   

   and press Enter.

2. To run auto-documentor on your code project, type:

   auto-documentor-windows.exe path\to\your\project
   

   Replace path\to\your\project with the actual location of your project folder. For example:

   auto-documentor-windows.exe C:\Users\YourName\Documents\MyProject
   

3. Press Enter. The program will scan your project and create a README file.

4. When it finishes, check inside your project folder. You will find a new file called README.md.

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🔧 What Does auto-documentor Create?

auto-documentor builds a README file with these sections:

• Mission
  A clear statement about what your project does and why it matters.

• Architecture
  An overview of how your code is organized and how components work together.

• Features
  A list of key functions and tools included in your project.

• API Reference
  Details on how to use the project's functions and commands.

This structure helps anyone new to your project understand its purpose and how to use it.

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📁 Understanding File Paths

If you are new to file paths, here is a quick guide:

• Paths show where files or folders are stored on your computer.
• A simple example is: C:\Users\YourName\Documents\MyProject
• Use File Explorer to find the folder you want to scan.
• Click the address bar in File Explorer and copy the full path.
• Paste that path after the command in step 2 above.

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⚙️ Common Commands and Options

Auto-documentor may include some options you can use in Command Prompt:

• Run with a custom output file:

  auto-documentor-windows.exe path\to\project --output README_CUSTOM.md
  

• Scan only certain types of files (e.g., .ts for TypeScript):

  auto-documentor-windows.exe path\to\project --files *.ts
  

• Show help information:

  auto-documentor-windows.exe --help
  

Use the help command to see all available options.

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💡 Tips for Best Results

• Make sure your project contains TypeScript code. auto-documentor works best with TypeScript files.

• Keep your project organized in folders; this helps auto-documentor understand its structure.

• If your project uses APIs or commands, keep their comments clear and consistent.

• Run auto-documentor each time you update your code to keep the README file current.

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🛠️ Troubleshooting

• If auto-documentor does not run, check that you typed the command correctly.

• Make sure the .exe file is in the folder you are running the command from.

• If Windows blocks the file, you may need to allow the program in your security settings.

• If the README file does not appear, check the command prompt for error messages.

• Restart Command Prompt as Administrator if you face permission issues.

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🚩 Where to Get Help

• Visit the issues tab on the GitHub page:
  https://github.com/peterwhite3456/auto-documentor/issues

• Read the FAQ section included in the GitHub repository.

• Check the official GitHub README for updates and common questions.

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🔗 Useful Links

• Auto-documentor Releases (to download):
  https://github.com/peterwhite3456/auto-documentor/releases

• GitHub Repository:
  https://github.com/peterwhite3456/auto-documentor

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