How can I set up MkDocs for local development?

How can I set up MkDocs for local development?

To set up MkDocs for local development, first install MkDocs using pip with the command pip install mkdocs. Then, create a new project using mkdocs new my-project.

What files are created when I run mkdocs new?

Running mkdocs new my-project creates a directory named 'my-project' with a basic structure, including a mkdocs.yml configuration file and a 'docs' folder with an index.md file.

How do I serve the documentation locally?

You can serve the documentation locally by navigating to your project directory and running mkdocs serve. This will start a local server.

What port does the local server run on?

By default, the local server runs on port 8000. You can access it at http://127.0.0.1:8000.