We all suffer from documentation lagging behind product updates. It’s a particularly hard problem because developers should own documentation since they know the details best, but they often hesitate to use tools outside their familiar git workflows or IDEs. A docs-as-code approach helps integrate docs management into existing developer processes, making it easier to keep everything up-to-date without feeling like a burden. Docs as Code means that you approach writing documentation like how you write code, with the same tools and workflows. This entails writing documentation in plain text like Markdown, using a version control system like Git, and reviewing changes before they’re deployed. Integrating into existing workflows reduces friction (and increases motivation) for developers to contribute to documentation. To make adoption easier, incorporate docs management into your rituals and rewards, such as adding it to main repositories or recognizing contributions in performance reviews. The right tech stack can also help, with options ranging from building an in-house tool to using a third-party solution like Mintlify. Docs as Code is key for modern teams to create smooth user experiences, taking a mix of cultural change and the right tools.