What are the best practices for using Sphinx Autodoc?

What are the best practices for using Sphinx Autodoc?

When using Sphinx Autodoc, it's best to keep your docstrings clear and concise, use consistent formatting, and ensure your modules are well-structured.

Can you give me examples of good docstrings?

Sure! A good docstring should include a brief description, parameters, return types, and exceptions. For example:

""" def my_function(param1: int, param2: str) -> bool: """ Checks if param1 is greater than 0 and param2 is not empty.

:param param1: An integer to check.
:param param2: A string to validate.
:return: True if valid, False otherwise.
"""

How can I customize the output of the documentation?

You can customize the output by modifying the Sphinx configuration file (conf.py). You can change themes, add extensions, and adjust the layout.

What extensions do you recommend for better documentation?

I recommend using extensions like 'sphinx.ext.napoleon' for Google and NumPy style docstrings, and 'sphinx.ext.viewcode' to include source code in your documentation.