Better support for IDE plugins and web interfaces

Oct 13, 2025 by talynt.org 24 views

Background

Once documentation is collected from parsers, we need a way for users to access this information through our HTTP API. This will enable IDE plugins, web interfaces, and other tools to provide real-time documentation. Real-time documentation is crucial for developers to understand the functionality of a DSL, and it can significantly improve the development experience. By providing a way to access this information through our HTTP API, we can make it easier for developers to use our DSL and create high-quality applications.

Request

Implement HTTP endpoints in the kairei-http crate that expose the collected DSL documentation. HTTP endpoints are a crucial part of our API, and they provide a way for users to interact with our system. By implementing these endpoints, we can make it easier for users to access the documentation they need, and we can improve the overall user experience.

Specification

1. Create new endpoints in the API routes

We need to create new endpoints in the API routes that will expose the collected DSL documentation. These endpoints should be:

GET /api/v1/docs/dsl - Return full DSL documentation
GET /api/v1/docs/dsl/{category} - Return documentation for a specific category
GET /api/v1/docs/dsl/{category}/{name} - Return documentation for a specific parser

These endpoints will provide a way for users to access the documentation they need, and they will make it easier for developers to use our DSL.

2. Implement handler functions

We need to implement handler functions that will access the documentation collection system, format documentation according to the requested content type (JSON/markdown), and support filtering and search parameters. Handler functions are a crucial part of our API, and they provide a way for users to interact with our system. By implementing these functions, we can make it easier for users to access the documentation they need, and we can improve the overall user experience.

3. Add documentation models

We need to add documentation models in the models directory that will include serializable structs for documentation data, support for examples, syntax, and related parsers, and OpenAPI annotations for Swagger documentation. Documentation models are a crucial part of our API, and they provide a way for users to interact with our system. By adding these models, we can make it easier for users to access the documentation they need, and we can improve the overall user experience.

Acceptance Criteria

1. All endpoints return correct documentation data

We need to ensure that all endpoints return correct documentation data. This means that the data returned by the endpoints should be accurate and up-to-date.

2. Endpoints support content negotiation (JSON/markdown)

We need to ensure that the endpoints support content negotiation (JSON/markdown). This means that users should be able to request the documentation in either JSON or markdown format.

3. Response times are reasonable even for full documentation requests

We need to ensure that the response times are reasonable even for full documentation requests. This means that the system should be able to handle large requests without slowing down.

4. Endpoints are properly documented in Swagger

We need to ensure that the endpoints are properly documented in Swagger. This means that the documentation should be accurate and up-to-date.

5. Integration tests verify endpoint functionality

We need to ensure that integration tests verify endpoint functionality. This means that the tests should cover all scenarios and ensure that the endpoints are working correctly.

Implementation Notes

1. Integrate with the existing routes module in kairei-http

We need to integrate with the existing routes module in kairei-http. This means that we should use the established pattern for handler functions and models.

2. Use the established pattern for handler functions and models

We need to use the established pattern for handler functions and models. This means that we should follow the same structure and naming conventions as the existing code.

3. Consider caching documentation to improve performance

We need to consider caching documentation to improve performance. This means that we should look into implementing a caching system that can store frequently accessed documentation.

4. Support versioning for documentation to track changes over time

We need to support versioning for documentation to track changes over time. This means that we should implement a system that can track changes to the documentation and provide a way to access previous versions.

Conclusion

Q: What is the purpose of implementing HTTP endpoints for DSL documentation access?

A: The purpose of implementing HTTP endpoints for DSL documentation access is to provide a way for users to access the collected DSL documentation through our HTTP API. This will enable IDE plugins, web interfaces, and other tools to provide real-time documentation, making it easier for developers to use our DSL and create high-quality applications.

Q: What are the benefits of implementing HTTP endpoints for DSL documentation access?

A: The benefits of implementing HTTP endpoints for DSL documentation access include:

Improved user experience: By providing a way for users to access the documentation they need, we can improve the overall user experience.
Increased accessibility: By making the documentation available through our HTTP API, we can make it easier for developers to use our DSL, regardless of their location or device.
Better support for IDE plugins and web interfaces: By providing a way for IDE plugins and web interfaces to access the documentation, we can improve their functionality and make it easier for developers to use our DSL.

Q: What are the key features of the HTTP endpoints for DSL documentation access?

A: The key features of the HTTP endpoints for DSL documentation access include:

GET /api/v1/docs/dsl: Returns full DSL documentation
GET /api/v1/docs/dsl/{category}: Returns documentation for a specific category
GET /api/v1/docs/dsl/{category}/{name}: Returns documentation for a specific parser
Content negotiation (JSON/markdown): Users can request the documentation in either JSON or markdown format
Filtering and search parameters: Users can filter and search the documentation to find the information they need

Q: How will the HTTP endpoints for DSL documentation access be implemented?

A: The HTTP endpoints for DSL documentation access will be implemented using the following steps:

Create new endpoints in the API routes: We will create new endpoints in the API routes that will expose the collected DSL documentation.
Implement handler functions: We will implement handler functions that will access the documentation collection system, format documentation according to the requested content type (JSON/markdown), and support filtering and search parameters.
Add documentation models: We will add documentation models in the models directory that will include serializable structs for documentation data, support for examples, syntax, and related parsers, and OpenAPI annotations for Swagger documentation.

Q: What are the acceptance criteria for the HTTP endpoints for DSL documentation access?

A: The acceptance criteria for the HTTP endpoints for DSL documentation access include:

All endpoints return correct documentation data: We need to ensure that all endpoints return correct documentation data.
Endpoints support content negotiation (JSON/markdown): We need to ensure that the endpoints support content negotiation (JSON/markdown).
Response times are reasonable even for full documentation requests: We need to ensure that the response times are reasonable even for full documentation requests.
Endpoints are properly documented in Swagger: We need to ensure that the endpoints are properly documented in Swagger.
Integration tests verify endpoint functionality: We need to ensure that integration tests verify endpoint functionality.

Q: What are the implementation notes for the HTTP endpoints for DSL documentation access?

A: The implementation notes for the HTTP endpoints for DSL documentation access include:

Integrate with the existing routes module in kairei-http: We need to integrate with the existing routes module in kairei-http.
Use the established pattern for handler functions and models: We need to use the established pattern for handler functions and models.
Consider caching documentation to improve performance: We need to consider caching documentation to improve performance.
Support versioning for documentation to track changes over time: We need to support versioning for documentation to track changes over time.

Q: What are the benefits of caching documentation to improve performance?

A: The benefits of caching documentation to improve performance include:

Improved response times: By caching frequently accessed documentation, we can improve response times and make the system more responsive.
Reduced load on the system: By caching documentation, we can reduce the load on the system and make it more scalable.
Improved user experience: By providing fast and responsive documentation, we can improve the overall user experience.

Q: What are the benefits of supporting versioning for documentation to track changes over time?

A: The benefits of supporting versioning for documentation to track changes over time include:

Improved tracking of changes: By supporting versioning, we can track changes to the documentation over time and provide a way to access previous versions.
Improved collaboration: By supporting versioning, we can improve collaboration among developers and make it easier to work together on projects.
Improved documentation: By supporting versioning, we can improve the documentation and make it more accurate and up-to-date.