Add a "How do I..." section to the documentation #3064

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opened 2025-12-29 18:25:17 +01:00 by adam · 4 comments
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Originally created by @jeremystretch on GitHub (Dec 13, 2019).

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Introduce a new section in the documentation featuring example solutions for common use cases that might not be immediately apparent. Some example "How do I..." topics include:

  • Model a fabric extender switch?
  • Combine multiple prefixes into a single, large prefix?
  • Represent data center power distribution?
  • Create a device type for patch panels?
  • Import circuits and their terminations?
Originally created by @jeremystretch on GitHub (Dec 13, 2019). ### Change Type [x] Addition [ ] Correction [ ] Deprecation [ ] Cleanup (formatting, typos, etc.) ### Proposed Changes Introduce a new section in the documentation featuring example solutions for common use cases that might not be immediately apparent. Some example "How do I..." topics include: * Model a fabric extender switch? * Combine multiple prefixes into a single, large prefix? * Represent data center power distribution? * Create a device type for patch panels? * Import circuits and their terminations?
adam added the type: documentationstatus: needs ownerpending closure labels 2025-12-29 18:25:17 +01:00
adam closed this issue 2025-12-29 18:25:17 +01:00
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@nathbooth commented on GitHub (Dec 24, 2019):

I would suggest also;

  • Front and rear ports on devices
  • Device Bays on devices
@nathbooth commented on GitHub (Dec 24, 2019): I would suggest also; - Front and rear ports on devices - Device Bays on devices
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@jeremystretch commented on GitHub (Mar 29, 2021):

This should be a really good opportunity for volunteers to contribute without having to code.

@jeremystretch commented on GitHub (Mar 29, 2021): This should be a really good opportunity for volunteers to contribute without having to code.
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Reference: starred/netbox#3064