Process Documentation
Process documentation is the practice of creating detailed, structured records that describe how tasks, workflows, or procedures are performed within an organization or project. It captures step-by-step instructions, roles, responsibilities, tools, and standards to ensure consistency, efficiency, and knowledge transfer. This documentation is essential for onboarding, compliance, troubleshooting, and process improvement.
Developers should learn and use process documentation to standardize workflows, reduce errors, and facilitate collaboration in team environments. It is particularly valuable in agile development, DevOps practices, and large-scale projects where clear procedures for code reviews, deployments, or incident management are critical. By documenting processes, teams can onboard new members faster, maintain quality, and enable continuous improvement through analysis and refinement.