What is reStructuredText and how do I use it?

What is reStructuredText and how do I use it?

reStructuredText is a lightweight markup language used for documentation. It's commonly used in Python projects.

Can you give me an example of how to format a heading in reStructuredText?

Sure! To create a heading, you can use equals signs or dashes. For example:

Heading 1
=========

Heading 2
---------

This will create a level 1 and level 2 heading.

How do I create lists in reStructuredText?

You can create bullet lists using asterisks or hyphens. For example:

* Item 1
* Item 2

For numbered lists, just use numbers followed by a period:

1. First item
2. Second item

Is reStructuredText compatible with Sphinx?

Yes, reStructuredText is the default markup language for Sphinx, which is a documentation generator for Python projects.