API and Software Documentation:

A Quick Guide API (Application Programming Interface) documentation is a guide that explains how developers can use and integrate a specific API into their applications. It includes details like:
 

• Endpoints & Methods (e.g., GET, POST, PUT, DELETE)

• Request & Response Formats (e.g., JSON, XML)

• Authentication Requirements (e.g., API keys, OAuth)

• Error Codes & Responses

• Rate Limits & Restrictions

• Code Examples (e.g., using Python, JavaScript, or other languages)

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💡 Example: Stripe’s API documentation shows how developers can process payments in their apps using simple API calls.
2. Software Documentation
Software documentation is a broader term covering all written materials related to a software product. It can be for:

• Developers (e.g., technical guides, architecture documentation)

• End-users (e.g., user manuals, FAQs)

• Administrators (e.g., installation guides, troubleshooting docs)

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Types of Software Documentation:
✅ User Documentation – Helps end-users understand how to use the software.
✅ Technical Documentation – Covers code structure, API details, and developer workflows.
✅ System Documentation – Explains software architecture, data flow, and design decisions.
✅ Process Documentation – Includes team workflows, development guidelines, and deployment processes.
💡 Example: Microsoft provides detailed software documentation for Windows, including setup guides, API references, and troubleshooting steps.