mkdocs ☆
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Description:
Project documentation with Markdown
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @mkdocs  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: documentation markdown static-site docs-as-code python
Install: brew install mkdocs
About:
MkDocs is a static site generator designed for project documentation. It converts Markdown files into a static HTML site with a clean, modern interface. Its primary value is enabling developers to write documentation in simple Markdown and deploy it quickly without complex setup.
Key Features:
  • Built in Python with a simple YAML configuration
  • Live reloading for instant preview during editing
  • Extensive theme customization and plugin ecosystem
  • Supports internationalization (i18n)
Use Cases:
  • Creating technical documentation for software projects
  • Building internal knowledge bases or wikis
  • Hosting project documentation alongside code on GitHub Pages
Alternatives:
  • Sphinx – More powerful for large Python projects but has a steeper learning curve
  • Docusaurus – React-based framework better suited for content-heavy sites requiring complex interactivity
Version History
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Sep 16, 2025 5:45am 2 VERSION_BUMP 786280aa
Nov 8, 2024 2:23am 0 VERSION_BUMP e2e7307b
Oct 12, 2024 10:22pm 0 VERSION_BUMP fc6ed8ca
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