Documentation

Everything you need to know about creating professional project handoffs with Handoff Kit.

Quick Start

Get up and running in under 5 minutes

Code Examples

Integration examples and API usage

Best Practices

Tips for creating exceptional handoffs

Getting Started

1. Create Your Account

Sign up for Handoff Kit using your email or GitHub account. During our Beta period, you'll get free unlimited access to all features.

1. Visit handoffkit.ai/login
2. Click "Sign up with GitHub"
3. Authorize Handoff Kit
4. Create your organization

2. Connect a Repository

Link your first GitHub or Azure DevOps repository to start analyzing code and generating documentation.

Tip: Start with a smaller project for your first handoff to see how the system works.

3. Generate Your First Handoff

Create comprehensive project documentation in under 3 minutes with AI-powered analysis.

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Connecting Repositories

Handoff Kit supports both GitHub and Azure DevOps repositories. Connect your version control system once and access all your projects.

GitHub Integration

1Navigate to Settings → Integrations in your dashboard
2Click "Connect GitHub"
3Grant Handoff Kit read-only access to your repositories
4Select which repositories you want to analyze

Permissions Required

✓ Read repository contents
✓ Read commit history
✓ Read repository metadata
✗ No write access required

Azure DevOps Integration

Similar to GitHub, connect your Azure DevOps organization and select projects to analyze.

Note: Azure DevOps integration requires organization admin permissions to install the app.

Creating Handoffs

A handoff is a complete documentation package for your project. Here's how to create one.

Step-by-Step Guide

1Select Your Project

From your dashboard, choose a connected repository or add a new one.

2Configure Sections

Choose which documentation sections to include (or use all 8 default sections).

3Generate Documentation

Click "Generate Handoff" and let Claude AI analyze your codebase (typically takes 2-3 minutes).

4Review & Edit

Review the generated documentation and make any necessary edits or additions.

5Share or Export

Generate a shareable link or export as PDF.

What Gets Analyzed?

Code Structure

File organization, modules, components

Dependencies

Package.json, requirements.txt, etc.

Configuration

Build configs, environment setup

Patterns

Architecture patterns, design decisions

Documentation Sections

Every handoff includes 8 comprehensive sections designed to give your clients or team everything they need.

1
Project Overview

High-level description, tech stack, purpose, and key features of the project.

2
Architecture

System design, component relationships, data flow, and architectural patterns.

3
Setup Guide

Step-by-step instructions for local development setup, prerequisites, and installation.

4
Environment Configuration

Required environment variables, configuration files, and secrets management.

5
Dependencies

Complete list of packages, libraries, external services, and their purposes.

6
Deployment Guide

Production deployment instructions, CI/CD pipelines, and hosting configuration.

7
Operational Runbook

Common tasks, maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, and monitoring.

8
Database Schema

Database structure, relationships, migrations, and data models.

Team Collaboration

Work together with your team to create and maintain handoff documentation.

Inviting Team Members

1. Go to Settings → Organization
2. Click "Invite Member"
3. Enter their email address
4. Assign a role (Owner, Admin, or Member)
5. Send the invitation

Team Roles

Owner

Full access including billing, member management, and organization deletion.

Admin

Can manage projects, handoffs, integrations, and invite members.

Member

Read access to projects and handoffs. Can view and export documentation.

Tip: Different subscription tiers support different team sizes. Check your plan limits in Settings → Billing.

Troubleshooting

Repository Connection Failed

If you're having trouble connecting your repository:

• Verify you have admin access to the repository
• Check that Handoff Kit has the necessary permissions
• Try disconnecting and reconnecting your account
• Ensure your OAuth token hasn't expired (reconnect if needed)

Documentation Generation Stuck

If generation is taking longer than 5 minutes:

• Check your network connection
• Refresh the page to see updated status
• Very large repositories may take longer
• Contact support if stuck for >10 minutes

PDF Export Issues

If PDF export fails or looks incorrect:

• Try a different browser (Chrome/Edge recommended)
• Disable browser extensions temporarily
• Check that all sections have finished generating
• Clear browser cache and try again

Still Need Help?

Our support team is here to help. Contact us at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Handoff Kit cost?

During our Beta period, all features are free with unlimited access. We'll announce pricing before transitioning to paid plans, and existing users will receive special early adopter benefits.

Is my code stored on your servers?

We temporarily fetch your code for analysis but don't permanently store repository contents. Only the generated documentation and metadata are saved. Your code is deleted from our processing systems within 24 hours.

Can I use Handoff Kit for private repositories?

Yes! Handoff Kit works with both public and private repositories. We use OAuth for secure access with read-only permissions.

What programming languages are supported?

Handoff Kit supports all major programming languages including JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Java, Go, Ruby, PHP, C#, and more. Our AI can analyze any text-based code.

Can I edit the generated documentation?

Absolutely! Every section can be edited, regenerated individually, or customized to match your specific needs and style.

How accurate is the AI-generated documentation?

We use Claude Sonnet 4, one of the most advanced AI models available. While highly accurate, we recommend reviewing and editing the generated content to ensure it matches your project's specifics.

Can I white-label the documentation?

Custom branding options will be available in higher-tier plans. This includes custom logos, colors, and removing Handoff Kit branding from exports.

Do you offer API access?

API access is planned for future releases. If you're interested in API access for automation or integration with your tools, please contact our sales team.

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