Tools Used:

• Sphinx
• Sphinx AutoAPI
• Fuse.js
• Towncrier
• Sphinx Design
• Google Search Console

Abstract

Maintaining high-quality documentation in large-scale open-source organizations is a complex and time-consuming challenge, despite significant advancements in documentation tools. This talk presents a collection of strategies, tools, and workflows designed to optimize the documentation process for scientific projects, improving both efficiency and user experience.

We will explore techniques for building dynamic, user-friendly documentation using Sphinx, including:

• Auto-generating API documentation
• Implementing fast, client-side search
• Enhancing SEO for better discoverability
• Streamlining CI/CD workflows for seamless documentation deployment

Attendees will gain insights into evolving existing documentation themes or creating new ones tailored for scalable, modern scientific projects.