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Vue documentation generator — Options API, Composition API, and everything in between

Auto-generate Vue.js component documentation, store reference, and project setup guides. Works with Vue 2 and Vue 3, Options API and Composition API.

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The Vue documentation problem

Vue component libraries in particular suffer from undocumented props and emit events. A component that accepts 12 props with no documentation becomes a frustrating black box for every developer who tries to use it.

What Codec8 generates for your Vue project

Tailored documentation features for Vue codebases

01

Documents Vue SFC props, emits, slots, and expose() using both Options and Composition API patterns

02

Generates Pinia store reference with state shape, actions, and getters documented

03

Documents Vue Router configuration — routes, guards, and meta fields

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Detects Vue 2 vs Vue 3 and generates correct API reference for the version in use

Three steps to complete Vue documentation

From zero to published docs in under a minute

1

Connect your Vue 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 Vue 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 Vue repos

These well-known projects are perfect candidates for Codec8

Frequently asked questions about Vue documentation

Does it work with Vue 2 projects that have not migrated to Vue 3?

Yes. Codec8 fully supports Vue 2 projects including Options API components, Vuex stores, and Vue Router 3. It generates documentation appropriate for Vue 2 consumers.

Can it document a Vue component library published to npm?

Yes. Codec8 generates a complete component API reference suitable for your library's documentation site, including installation, registration, and per-component usage examples.

How does it handle script setup syntax introduced in Vue 3.2?

Codec8 fully parses <script setup> syntax including defineProps, defineEmits, defineExpose, and the new defineModel macro, generating complete component API documentation.

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