Beyond the time estimation and benchmarking I've already added, here are additional features that would significantly improve the experience for coders creating documentation:
--template custom-template.md # Use custom documentation template
--templates-dir ~/.doc-templates # Store reusable templatesThis would allow teams to maintain consistent documentation styles across projects.
./script2readme.sh --batch src/*.sh # Process multiple files
./script2readme.sh --recursive src/ # Process an entire directoryPerfect for documenting an entire codebase in one command.
--preview # Opens generated README in Markdown preview
--live # Live preview that updates as documentation is generatedThis would let users immediately see how their documentation looks.
--update # Only update sections that have changed in code
--keep-custom # Preserve manually written sectionsThis prevents losing manual edits when regenerating documentation.
--commit "Updated documentation" # Automatically commit changes
--branch docs-update # Create a branch for documentationStreamlines the documentation workflow with Git.
--coverage # Analyze which functions/methods are documented
--missing # Report undocumented componentsHelps ensure comprehensive documentation.
--interactive # Step through each section and allow manual editsFor fine-tuning the AI-generated content interactively.
--init # Create a .script2readme.yml config file
--project # Use project-specific settingsSaves preferences and settings per project.
--examples # Generate usage examples for each function
--test-code # Create runnable test code from examplesCreates practical examples showing how to use the code.
--export html # Export to various formats (HTML, PDF, etc.)
--publish # Publish to GitHub Pages or documentation siteMakes sharing documentation easier.
These features would transform the tool from a simple script analyzer into a comprehensive documentation platform that fits seamlessly into a developer's workflow.