Real Python: Documenting Python Projects With Sphinx and Read the Docs

Sphinx is a document generation tool that has become the standard for Python projects, using the reStructuredText markup language to define document structure and styling. It can output documents in various formats, including HTML, ePub, and man pages, making it a versatile tool. Sphinx is also extendable, with plugins available for incorporating pydoc comments and using MyST Markdown instead of RST. Read the Docs is a free document hosting site that integrates with GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket to automatically build and host documentation. Many Python projects host their documentation on Read the Docs, taking advantage of its automated build process. This video course aims to teach users how to write documentation with Sphinx and structure their documents using RST syntax. It also covers how to incorporate pydoc comments into documentation and host it on Read the Docs. By learning these skills, users will be able to create clear and reliable documentation for their projects. The course will enable users to help their users get the most out of their project by providing high-quality documentation. Overall, the course will provide users with the skills needed to create and host effective documentation for their Python projects.