documentation-patterns

Strategies for creating self-documenting, maintainable commands with excellent user experience.

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# Command Documentation Patterns

Strategies for creating self-documenting, maintainable commands with excellent user experience.

## Overview

Well-documented commands are easier to use, maintain, and distribute. Documentation should be embedded in the command itself, making it immediately accessible to users and maintainers.

## Self-Documenting Command Structure

### Complete Command Template

```markdown
---
description: Clear, actionable description under 60 chars
argument-hint: [arg1] [arg2] [optional-arg]
allowed-tools: Read, Bash(git:*)
model: sonnet
---

<!--
COMMAND: command-name
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