Structure docs that scale
Information architecture basics
Organize documentation around user tasks, not internal team structure.
Good documentation architecture starts with how readers look for answers. Group pages by jobs-to-be-done: getting started, building, deploying, and troubleshooting.
In Docfiy, express this structure in docs.json using tabs for major areas (Guides, API Reference) and groups within each tab for related topics.
- Keep top-level navigation to 4–7 items
- Put onboarding paths first
- Use consistent naming across tabs and sidebar groups