Knowledge Files

Every project has its own unique context, goals, and challenges. A knowledge file captures this custom context and serves as a living document that evolves with your project.

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What to Include in Your Knowledge File

A comprehensive knowledge file covers all essential aspects of your project. Here’s a breakdown of what to include:

• Project Overview: A brief description of the project, its goals, and objectives.
• User Personas: Detailed descriptions of your target users and their needs.
• Feature Specifications: User stories, acceptance criteria, and detailed descriptions of each feature.
• Design Assets: Links to design files, color palettes, typography, and other visual elements.
• API Documentation: Detailed API endpoints, request/response examples, and authentication methods.
• Database Schema: ER diagrams, table structures, and relationships.
• Environment Setup: Instructions for setting up the development environment, including dependencies and configurations.
• Testing Guidelines: Types of tests, testing frameworks, and coverage requirements.
• Deployment Instructions: Steps for deploying the application to different environments (development, staging, production).
• Version Control Practices: Define your branching strategy, commit message conventions, and code review guidelines.
• Security Practices: Guidelines for secure coding, data protection, and handling sensitive information.
• Compliance Requirements: Any legal or regulatory requirements your project must adhere to.

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Best Practices for Maintaining Knowledge Files

• Start Early: Use tools like Lovable’s experimental chat mode to generate a knowledge file at the beginning of your project.
• Keep It Dynamic: Automate updates to ensure your knowledge file stays in sync with your codebase and documentation.
• Define Roles Clearly: Assign ownership to different sections to ensure accountability and avoid outdated information.