Improve Documentation for Elmio Framework

[xosnrdev]

The current documentation for Elmio lacks clarity and completeness, failing to meet open-source standards. This issue proposes a structured update to the README.md, component-specific documentation, and contribution guidelines to ensure accessibility, usability, and alignment with open-source standards.

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Context:
Elmio is a lightweight Rust web framework inspired by the Elm architecture. It consists of the following components:

1. elmio-js:

   • A JavaScript runtime that uses morphdom for efficient partial DOM updates and integrates with Elmio's Rust backend.

2. elmio-rs:

   • The Rust implementation comprising:
     • elmio-macro: Simplifies user code through procedural macros.
     • elmio-core: Manages state, updates, and effects in the application lifecycle.
     • elmio-cli: Provides a CLI for scaffolding, building, and managing projects.

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Problem:

1. Incomplete Overview:

   • The main README.md does not provide a clear explanation of Elmio’s architecture, use cases, or design principles.

2. Lack of Component Documentation:

   • No detailed documentation exists for elmio-macro, elmio-core, elmio-cli, or elmio-js.
   • Insufficient explanation of the interaction between Rust and JavaScript components.

3. Non-Standard Documentation Practices:

   • Missing contribution guidelines (CONTRIBUTING.md).
   • No sample projects or tutorials to guide users.

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Proposal:

To address these issues, the following documentation improvements are proposed:

1. Update the Main README.md

• Add a concise overview of the Elmio framework.
• Explain the roles of elmio-rs and elmio-js and how they integrate.
• Provide quick-start instructions for Rust and JavaScript developers.

2. Introduce Component-Specific Documentation

• elmio-macro: Detail available macros with usage examples.
• elmio-core: Explain state management, updates, and effects with sample code.
• elmio-cli: Document CLI commands with examples for scaffolding and building projects.
• elmio-js: Provide a guide for initializing the runtime, using morphdom, and interacting with the DOM.

3. Add Examples and Tutorials

• Include end-to-end examples of building applications with Elmio.
• Write beginner-friendly tutorials for integrating Rust and JavaScript components.

4. Establish Contribution Guidelines

• Add a CONTRIBUTING.md file outlining steps for setting up the project, adhering to coding standards, and submitting pull requests.

5. Standardize Documentation

• Use consistent formatting and Markdown best practices across all files.

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Impact:
These improvements will:

• Enhance accessibility for new users and contributors.
• Ensure Elmio meets open-source standard for documentation.
• Increase the framework's adoption by providing clear instructions and examples.

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Acceptance Criteria:

• A clear and detailed README.md with an overview, installation guide, and quick-start instructions.
• Component-specific documentation for elmio-rs and elmio-js.
• Tutorials and examples added to the repository.
• Contribution guidelines (CONTRIBUTING.md) included.
• Documentation adheres to Markdown best practices.

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Action Plan:

1. Planning: Agree on documentation structure and assign responsibilities.
2. Implementation: Write and review updated README.md and component-specific documentation.
3. Validation: Verify documentation quality against open-source standards before release.

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Feedback:
Please provide feedback or suggest additional documentation requirements.

Proposed Timeline:
Complete all documentation improvements within two weeks from issue assignment.

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Task Checklist:

• Update README.md.
• Add documentation for elmio-macro.
• Add documentation for elmio-core.
• Add documentation for elmio-cli.
• Add documentation for elmio-js.
• Create examples and tutorials.
• Write and publish CONTRIBUTING.md.
• Perform documentation quality assurance.