documentation guidelines
[ˌdɑːkjuːmenˈteɪʃən ˈɡaɪdlaɪnz]
nounpl: documentation guidelines (invariable)
diretrizes de documentação
1. A set of standardized rules, procedures, and best practices that specify how documents should be created, formatted, organized, and maintained within an organization or project.
The company established documentation guidelines to ensure consistency across all technical manuals.
A empresa estabeleceu diretrizes de documentação para garantir consistência em todos os manuais técnicos.
2. Instructions or standards that define the structure, style, and content requirements for written documentation in professional or academic contexts.
Before submitting your proposal, please review the documentation guidelines provided by the funding agency.
Antes de enviar sua proposta, por favor revise as diretrizes de documentação fornecidas pela agência de financiamento.
3. A framework that outlines how to document code, processes, or procedures in software development and project management.
Developers must follow the documentation guidelines when writing API documentation.
Os desenvolvedores devem seguir as diretrizes de documentação ao escrever documentação de API.
Documentation guidelines are fundamental in both Brazilian and American corporate cultures, particularly in software development, healthcare, legal, and engineering sectors. In Brazil, these guidelines often reflect influences from international ISO standards and ABNT (Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas) regulations. In the USA, they are critical for compliance, liability protection, and professional standards. The term is used interchangeably with 'standards' in technical environments.
Related Idioms & Phrases
follow the documentation guidelines
adhere to documentation guidelines
establish documentation guidelines
documentation guidelines are in place
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