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Ekemini Samuel
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Documenting parameters and request/response bodies. πŸ“š

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I deepened my understanding of API documentation by exploring the crucial topic of Documenting parameters and request/response bodies.

As a Technical writer πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’», it's my responsibility to provide developers with clear and concise information on how to use the API. To do this, I must accurately document the parameters required for each endpoint and the request/response bodies that users will encounter. πŸ’»

Here are some essential tips for documenting parameters in the API documentation:

πŸ”Ή Start by explaining the purpose of the parameter and why it's needed.

πŸ”Ή Specify the data type (e.g., string, integer, boolean) and any allowed values.

πŸ”Ή Indicate whether the parameter is required or optional.

πŸ”Ή Include examples of how to use the parameter.

When it comes to documenting request/response bodies, here are some critical considerations:

πŸ”Ή Describe the format and structure of the request/response body.

πŸ”Ή Specify any constraints or limitations on the data that can be sent.

πŸ”Ή Provide examples of how to use the request/response body.

πŸ”Ή Explain any error messages that may be returned and how to troubleshoot them.

By documenting these aspects of API usage in detail, developers can quickly understand how to interact with the API and what to expect in terms of inputs and outputs. πŸ’ͺ

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