The Complete Markdown Reference: CommonMark, GFM Syntax & Speed Writing
Markdown, created by John Gruber in 2004, has become the lingua franca of developer documentation, static site generators, and technical writing.
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Core Markdown Syntax Quick Reference
| Element | Markdown Syntax | Rendered HTML Output |
|---|---|---|
| Heading 2 | ## Section Title | <h2>Section Title</h2> |
| Bold & Italic | **Bold** and *Italic* | <strong>Bold</strong> and <em>Italic</em> |
| Inline Code | `const x = 42;` | <code>const x = 42;</code> |
| Task List | - [x] Done Task | <input type='checkbox' checked> Done Task |
| Blockquote | > Notable quote | <blockquote>Notable quote</blockquote> |
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