Documentation OKF template
Use this as the first implementation pattern.
Open pageUse case
OKF for documentation sites
A practical guide for using Open Knowledge Format with documentation sites.
Short answer
Use OKF for documentation sites when you need reviewed Markdown concept files with metadata, links, and clear ownership.
User
Technical writers, docs engineers, support content owners, and developer educators.
Why this user needs OKF
They need task, concept, reference, and troubleshooting pages to become easier for agents to scan and link.
Input materials
- Docs IA, Markdown pages, tutorials, troubleshooting pages, and API reference links.
Output OKF bundle
A documentation OKF bundle split by concept, task, reference, and troubleshooting file.
Folder
Purpose
index.md
Explains the bundle scope and links to important files.
concepts/
Stores stable concepts, pages, endpoints, tables, or workflows.
references/
Stores supporting policies, source links, and shared definitions.
Minimum example
---
type: Documentation Topic
title: Import contacts from CSV
description: Guides admins through CSV preparation, upload, validation, and rollback.
resource: https://openknowledgeformat.online/use-cases/okf-for-documentation-sites/
tags: [docs, tutorial, csv]
timestamp: 2026-06-21T00:00:00Z
---
# Purpose
Explain the stable facts, boundaries, owner notes, and related links for this concept.
# Links
- Validator: https://openknowledgeformat.online/okf-validator/
- Examples: https://openknowledgeformat.online/okf-examples/Recommended template
Start with the Documentation OKF template, then replace sample fields with your own source material.
Common mistakes
- Converting a long manual into one file.
- Skipping prerequisites.
- Not linking troubleshooting topics.
FAQ
Common questions
Should every documentation sites asset become an OKF file?
No. Start with high-value, stable, frequently reused knowledge.
Can this work with existing Markdown?
Yes. Add OKF frontmatter, split broad pages, and validate the result.
Related pages
Next step
Copy a template, create one file, and validate it before expanding the bundle.
Open OKF Validator