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Overhaul README to improve developer onboarding and documentation. Adds a Table of Contents, Quick Start (TL;DR + detailed Docker, binary, and build-from-source instructions), verification steps, and a Module Map. Expands Features into bullet points and introduces detailed Architecture sections including ASCII and Mermaid diagrams, a deployment comparison table, and module overview. Adds contributor guidance, community/contact info, and ecosystem links. Also updates .serena/project.yml to set project_name and include placeholders for base/default modes, included optional tools, and fixed_tools to enable per-project Serena configuration.
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Pull request overview
This PR comprehensively overhauls the README.md to significantly improve developer onboarding and documentation clarity. It transforms the README from a basic introduction into a structured, navigable guide with clear pathways for different user needs (quick start, development, contribution).
Changes:
- Added comprehensive Table of Contents and quick navigation links for easy access to key sections
- Expanded architecture documentation with ASCII diagrams, Mermaid flowcharts, deployment comparison table, and detailed module descriptions
- Restructured Quick Start into three clear options (Docker, Binary, Source) with TL;DR section for fastest path
- Added Module Map for developer navigation and expanded contributor onboarding guidance
- Enhanced Ecosystem, Community, and Contributing sections with better organization and links
- Updated .serena/project.yml with project_name and placeholders for mode configuration
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| File | Description |
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| README.md | Complete documentation restructure with TOC, enhanced architecture diagrams, detailed quick start options, module navigation map, and improved contributor guidance |
| .serena/project.yml | Added project_name configuration and documented placeholders for base_modes, default_modes, and fixed_tools to enable per-project Serena customization |
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Overhaul README to improve developer onboarding and documentation. Adds a Table of Contents, Quick Start (TL;DR + detailed Docker, binary, and build-from-source instructions), verification steps, and a Module Map. Expands Features into bullet points and introduces detailed Architecture sections including ASCII and Mermaid diagrams, a deployment comparison table, and module overview. Adds contributor guidance, community/contact info, and ecosystem links. Also updates .serena/project.yml to set project_name and include placeholders for base/default modes, included optional tools, and fixed_tools to enable per-project Serena configuration.
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