title: Reference Documentation description: "Technical reference documentation for Navius, including API specifications, architectural patterns, coding standards, and configuration guides" category: reference tags:

• reference
• api
• architecture
• standards
• patterns
• configuration
• security related:
• ../guides/README.md
• ../guides/development/README.md
• ../guides/features/README.md last_updated: March 27, 2025 version: 1.0

Navius Reference Documentation

This section provides detailed technical reference documentation for the Navius framework. It serves as the authoritative source for API specifications, architectural patterns, coding standards, and configuration options.

Quick Reference

• API Documentation - Complete API reference
• Architecture Guide - Core architectural principles
• Coding Standards - Development standards and conventions
• Configuration Reference - Configuration options and environment variables

Documentation Sections

API Reference

Comprehensive documentation for Navius APIs and integrations.

• API Resource Pattern - Core API resource abstraction
• API Resource Guide - Implementing API resources
• API Resource Reference - API resource specifications
• Authentication API - Authentication endpoints
• Database API - Database operations
• Two-Tier Cache API - Caching system API reference

Architecture

Core architectural concepts and patterns.

• Architectural Principles - Core design principles
• Project Structure - Recommended project organization
• Directory Organization - Directory structure guide
• Component Architecture - Component design patterns

Patterns and Best Practices

Common patterns and recommended approaches.

• API Resource Pattern - API abstraction pattern
• Import Patterns - Module import guidelines
• Error Handling Patterns - Error management
• Testing Patterns - Testing strategies

Standards and Conventions

Development standards and coding conventions.

• Naming Conventions - Naming guidelines
• Code Style - Code formatting standards
• Generated Code - Working with generated code
• Security Standards - Security requirements
• Documentation Standards - Documentation guidelines

Configuration

Configuration options and environment setup.

• Environment Variables - Environment configuration
• Application Config - Application settings
• Logging Config - Logging configuration
• Security Config - Security settings

Using the Reference Documentation

This reference documentation is organized to help you:

1. Find Information Quickly

   • Use the quick reference links above
   • Navigate through specific sections
   • Search for specific topics

2. Understand Patterns

   • Review architectural principles
   • Learn common patterns
   • Follow best practices

3. Implement Features

   • Reference API specifications
   • Follow coding standards
   • Configure components properly

4. Maintain Code Quality

   • Apply coding standards
   • Follow security guidelines
   • Use recommended patterns

Related Resources

• Development Guides - Development workflow and practices
• Feature Guides - Feature implementation guides
• Deployment Guides - Deployment instructions
• Getting Started - Quick start guides

Contributing to Reference Documentation

When contributing to the reference documentation:

1. Follow the Documentation Standards
2. Include clear code examples
3. Keep information up-to-date
4. Cross-reference related documents

Need Help?

If you need help understanding the reference documentation:

1. Check the examples in each document
2. Review related guides in the Guides section
3. Join our Discord Community for assistance
4. Open an issue on our GitHub repository