The Bootstrapped Founder

387: Your API Documentation is Not For Developers Anymore

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Apr 25, 2025
API documentation is evolving beyond developers to cater to non-technical users utilizing AI tools. The discussion highlights how these tools empower individuals to create complex integrations without coding knowledge. By sharing a compelling customer experience, the podcast underscores the need for accessible documentation in an increasingly AI-driven landscape.
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ANECDOTE

Non-Technical User Builds AI Integration

  • A PodScan customer with no technical background used AI tools to build a sophisticated podcast integration system.
  • This involved downloading episodes via API, storing them in a vector database, and running an internal LLM to query the data.
INSIGHT

API Docs Serve Everyone Now

  • API documentation is no longer just for developers but also for non-technical users using AI.
  • Documentation must now serve both human and AI users effectively and accessibly.
INSIGHT

Stripe's AI-Friendly Documentation

  • Stripe leads by making docs AI-friendly with markdown export and ChatGPT integration.
  • They treat AI usefulness as a primary design feature in their API documentation.
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