Documentation/Find docs

This page provides an overview of the wikis and other repositories where Wikimedia technical documentation exists. It is an incomplete overview due to the scope and complexity of the technical ecosystem. If you're a developer looking for information, the Wikimedia Developer Portal can help you navigate the complex landscape of Wikimedia technical content. Start there before you read this page!

Where to find Wikimedia technical documentation
There are many Wikimedia technical projects, and sometimes it can be difficult to determine the best place to find or publish technical documentation. Following is a list of the main places to find Wikimedia technical documentation.

Documentation in code repositories
Some Wikimedia code repositories store documentation in a /docs directory or a README file. To search code repositories, use the code search tool.

Documentation on project wikis
Each Wikimedia project wiki includes some documentation related to that project. You can search these docs by selecting the project namespace on the wiki's search page. For example, for documentation about Wikidata, search the Wikidata namespace on wikidata.org.