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Kotlin documentation generator — KDoc without writing every annotation

Generate Kotlin library, Android, and multiplatform project documentation automatically. Codec8 reads KDoc comments, Gradle files, and your class structure to build complete docs.

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The Kotlin documentation problem

Kotlin libraries tend to have expressive, concise code that is hard to understand without documentation. The gap between what the code does and what the README explains is often enormous.

What Codec8 generates for your Kotlin project

Tailored documentation features for Kotlin codebases

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Parses KDoc comments and Kotlin type system features (data classes, sealed classes, extensions) into API docs

02

Generates Gradle Kotlin DSL and Groovy DSL dependency snippets for both build systems

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Documents coroutine-based APIs with Flow, suspend function, and dispatcher context notes

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Detects Kotlin Multiplatform targets and generates per-platform setup instructions

Three steps to complete Kotlin documentation

From zero to published docs in under a minute

1

Connect your Kotlin repo

Paste your GitHub repository URL. Public repos work instantly — no signup required for the free README preview.

2

AI generates your docs

Codec8 reads your Kotlin source code, dependencies, and structure, then generates README, API docs, architecture diagrams, and setup guide.

3

Export or open a PR

Download your documentation as Markdown files or let Codec8 open a pull request directly to your repository.

Docs we can generate for popular Kotlin repos

These well-known projects are perfect candidates for Codec8

Frequently asked questions about Kotlin documentation

Does it work for Android projects using Kotlin?

Yes. For Android projects, Codec8 generates documentation including Gradle configuration, ProGuard rules, permissions required, and integration setup steps.

Can it document Kotlin Multiplatform Mobile (KMM) projects?

Yes. Codec8 reads expect/actual declarations and documents the shared API alongside platform-specific implementations for both Android and iOS targets.

How does it handle Kotlin DSL builder patterns?

Codec8 detects builder DSL patterns common in Kotlin and generates configuration examples showing how to use the DSL, not just a dry listing of available properties.

Ready to document your Kotlin project?

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