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Prashantt492: Remove LLM ingestion pipeline section

2026-04-17T12:22:01Z

Remove LLM ingestion pipeline section

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	== Ways to Contribute ==		== Ways to Contribute ==

	There are ~~three~~ main ways to add or update content on the wiki:		There are two main ways to add or update content on the wiki:

	=== 1. Direct Editing (Wiki Markup) ===		=== 1. Direct Editing (Wiki Markup) ===

	This is the ~~traditional~~ way to edit a wiki page. Use this if you ~~are comfortable with wiki syntax or~~ want ~~fine~~ control over the page's structure.		This is the standard way to edit a wiki page. Use this if you want full control over the page's structure and content.

	# Navigate to the page you want to edit.		# Navigate to the page you want to edit.
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	To create a new page, simply navigate to the URL <code>https://wiki.devclub.in/Your_Page_Title</code> — you will be prompted to create the page if it doesn't exist.		To create a new page, simply navigate to the URL <code>https://wiki.devclub.in/Your_Page_Title</code> — you will be prompted to create the page if it doesn't exist.

	=== 2~~. Ingestion Pipeline (LLM-Assisted) ===~~		=== 2. Reporting Issues or Suggestions ===

	The [https://wiki.devclub.in/ingest/ Ingestion Pipeline] is a web form that uses AI to convert raw, informal information into formal wiki content. Use this if you want to quickly add information without worrying about wiki syntax.

	~~# Visit [https://wiki.devclub.in/ingest/].~~
	~~# Enter a '''topic''' (e.g., a person, place, event, club, or facility).~~
	~~# Paste any information you have about it — informal notes, bullet points, a paragraph, or even a WhatsApp forward.~~
	~~# Click '''Submit'''.~~
	~~# The system will analyse your input, decide whether to create a new page or update an existing one, and show you a '''preview'''.~~
	~~# Review the generated content. Click '''Approve & Push''' to publish, or '''Discard''' to start over.~~

	~~The pipeline is best for adding new information about anything campus-related — clubs, eateries, hostels, professors, events, places, services, and more.~~

	~~=== 3~~. Reporting Issues or Suggestions ===

	If you notice incorrect information or have a suggestion but don't want to edit yourself, you can:		If you notice incorrect information or have a suggestion but don't want to edit yourself, you can:
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	\| Contributions Leaderboard \|\| [[Special:Leaderboard]]		\| Contributions Leaderboard \|\| [[Special:Leaderboard]]
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	~~\| Ingestion Pipeline \|\| [https://wiki.devclub.in/ingest/ Submit info via form]~~
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	\| DevClub GitHub \|\| [https://github.com/devclub-iitd github.com/devclub-iitd]		\| DevClub GitHub \|\| [https://github.com/devclub-iitd github.com/devclub-iitd]

Prashantt492: Escape wiki syntax inside code examples using nowiki tags

2026-04-17T12:21:13Z

Escape wiki syntax inside code examples using nowiki tags

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	* '''Only add information you know to be accurate.''' Do not invent facts.		* '''Only add information you know to be accurate.''' Do not invent facts.
	* Cite sources when possible — link to official websites, news articles, or other authoritative pages.		* Cite sources when possible — link to official websites, news articles, or other authoritative pages.
	* If you are unsure about a fact, mark ~~it with <code>{{citation needed}}</code> or note~~ it in the edit summary.		* If you are unsure about a fact, mark it in the edit summary or add a note on the discussion page.

	=== Linking ===		=== Linking ===

	* Link to other wiki pages using <code>[[Page Name]]</code> syntax whenever you mention something that has its own page.		* Link to other wiki pages using <code><nowiki>[[Page Name]]</nowiki></code> syntax whenever you mention something that has its own page.
	* Use external links sparingly: <code>[https://example.com Display Text]</code>.		* Use external links sparingly: <code><nowiki>[https://example.com Display Text]</nowiki></code>.
	* Avoid linking the same word multiple times in the same section.		* Avoid linking the same word multiple times in the same section.

	=== Categories ===		=== Categories ===

	Always add appropriate categories at the bottom of the page using <code>[[Category:Category Name]]</code>. Common categories include:		Always add appropriate categories at the bottom of the page using <code><nowiki>[[Category:Category Name]]</nowiki></code>. Common categories include:

	* <code>[[Category:IIT Delhi]]</code>		* <code><nowiki>[[Category:IIT Delhi]]</nowiki></code>
	* <code>[[Category:Hostels]]</code>		* <code><nowiki>[[Category:Hostels]]</nowiki></code>
	* <code>[[Category:Clubs and Societies]]</code>		* <code><nowiki>[[Category:Clubs and Societies]]</nowiki></code>
	* <code>[[Category:Departments]]</code>		* <code><nowiki>[[Category:Departments]]</nowiki></code>
	* <code>[[Category:Campus Life]]</code>		* <code><nowiki>[[Category:Campus Life]]</nowiki></code>

	== Review Process ==		== Review Process ==
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	* Once you have made several quality edits, you may be granted '''autoreviewer''' or '''reviewer''' rights.		* Once you have made several quality edits, you may be granted '''autoreviewer''' or '''reviewer''' rights.
	* Administrators are listed on the [[Special:~~ListAdmins~~\|admins page]].		* Administrators are listed on the [[Special:ListUsers/sysop\|admins page]].

	== Useful Links ==		== Useful Links ==

Prashantt492: Create How to Contribute guide

2026-04-17T12:19:27Z

Create How to Contribute guide

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The IITD Wiki is a community-driven knowledge base for IIT Delhi, maintained by students for students. Anyone with an IIT Delhi account can contribute. This page explains the different ways to add or improve content.

== Getting Started ==

=== Logging In ===

To contribute to the wiki, you must first log in using your IIT Delhi account through DevClub OAuth. Anonymous editing is not permitted.

# Click the '''Log in''' link at the top right of any page.
# You will be redirected to the DevClub authentication portal.
# Sign in with your IIT Delhi credentials.
# You will be redirected back to the wiki, now logged in with a username derived from your email (e.g., ''mt6240685'').

=== First-Time Contributors ===

If this is your first time editing a wiki, take a few minutes to read the [http://mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Formatting MediaWiki Formatting Help]. The basic syntax is straightforward — you do not need to know HTML.

== Ways to Contribute ==

There are three main ways to add or update content on the wiki:

=== 1. Direct Editing (Wiki Markup) ===

This is the traditional way to edit a wiki page. Use this if you are comfortable with wiki syntax or want fine control over the page's structure.

# Navigate to the page you want to edit.
# Click the '''Edit''' tab at the top of the page.
# Make your changes using MediaWiki syntax.
# Add a brief edit summary describing your change.
# Click '''Save''' to publish.

To create a new page, simply navigate to the URL <code>https://wiki.devclub.in/Your_Page_Title</code> — you will be prompted to create the page if it doesn't exist.

=== 2. Ingestion Pipeline (LLM-Assisted) ===

The [https://wiki.devclub.in/ingest/ Ingestion Pipeline] is a web form that uses AI to convert raw, informal information into formal wiki content. Use this if you want to quickly add information without worrying about wiki syntax.

# Visit [https://wiki.devclub.in/ingest/].
# Enter a '''topic''' (e.g., a person, place, event, club, or facility).
# Paste any information you have about it — informal notes, bullet points, a paragraph, or even a WhatsApp forward.
# Click '''Submit'''.
# The system will analyse your input, decide whether to create a new page or update an existing one, and show you a '''preview'''.
# Review the generated content. Click '''Approve & Push''' to publish, or '''Discard''' to start over.

The pipeline is best for adding new information about anything campus-related — clubs, eateries, hostels, professors, events, places, services, and more.

=== 3. Reporting Issues or Suggestions ===

If you notice incorrect information or have a suggestion but don't want to edit yourself, you can:

* Use the '''Discussion''' tab on any page to leave a note.
* Open an issue on the [https://github.com/devclub-iitd GitHub repository].
* Reach out to [mailto:devclub@iitd.ac.in DevClub] directly.

== Content Guidelines ==

To keep the wiki useful and trustworthy, please follow these guidelines:

=== Writing Style ===

* Use a '''formal, neutral, encyclopedic tone''' — like Wikipedia.
* Avoid first-person pronouns ("I", "we", "you") in article content.
* Avoid promotional language, opinions, or unverified claims.
* Use proper section headings, bullet lists, and tables to organise content.

=== Accuracy ===

* '''Only add information you know to be accurate.''' Do not invent facts.
* Cite sources when possible — link to official websites, news articles, or other authoritative pages.
* If you are unsure about a fact, mark it with <code>{{citation needed}}</code> or note it in the edit summary.

=== Linking ===

* Link to other wiki pages using <code>[[Page Name]]</code> syntax whenever you mention something that has its own page.
* Use external links sparingly: <code>[https://example.com Display Text]</code>.
* Avoid linking the same word multiple times in the same section.

=== Categories ===

Always add appropriate categories at the bottom of the page using <code>[[Category:Category Name]]</code>. Common categories include:

* <code>[[Category:IIT Delhi]]</code>
* <code>[[Category:Hostels]]</code>
* <code>[[Category:Clubs and Societies]]</code>
* <code>[[Category:Departments]]</code>
* <code>[[Category:Campus Life]]</code>

== Review Process ==

Edits made by new users may be subject to review by an administrator before becoming visible to all readers. This is to prevent spam and maintain quality.

* Once you have made several quality edits, you may be granted '''autoreviewer''' or '''reviewer''' rights.
* Administrators are listed on the [[Special:ListAdmins|admins page]].

== Useful Links ==

{| class="wikitable" style="width:80%"
|-
! Resource !! Link
|-
| MediaWiki Formatting Help || [http://mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Formatting Help:Formatting]
|-
| Recent Changes || [[Special:RecentChanges]]
|-
| Special Pages || [[Special:SpecialPages]]
|-
| Contributions Leaderboard || [[Special:Leaderboard]]
|-
| Ingestion Pipeline || [https://wiki.devclub.in/ingest/ Submit info via form]
|-
| DevClub GitHub || [https://github.com/devclub-iitd github.com/devclub-iitd]
|}

== Need Help? ==

If you are stuck or have questions:

* Read the [http://mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Formatting MediaWiki documentation]
* Look at how existing pages are structured (use '''View source''' to see the markup)
* Email [mailto:devclub@iitd.ac.in devclub@iitd.ac.in]

Welcome to the IITD Wiki community — happy editing!

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