The problem with authoring any guide is that like any software it is constantly evolving and the users have a widely ranging skill level.
Going way back there were third party guides but the problem they faced was the time required to publish after release of a version and and the window in which to recoup the cost before a new version came out.
The latest versions use strict HTML5 and CSS3 so you can pretty much do whatever you like that complies with those rules. Anyone with a seriously deep knowledge of those is more likely to pursue other roles that pay more money.
Typically people will use online courses to get started and then develop their skills just to get to the level they want. Along with that they will use resources such as these forums and sites like mine where they can get information without payment. Companies will pay for starter courses, although that is getting more difficult, but then many will take the line you're on your own.
One person will want this little tweak while another will want that little tweak and forums are ideal for that. To cover all the things that people might want is a more monumental task than I think is being appreciated here. I've done my best on my site and in the RoboHelp Tour to throw in many tips based on what I have learned. That has taken about twenty years. I'm getting older so if anyone wants to take it on and add what is seen to be missing, drop me a line. 🙂
An open project will need source control and management. Is anyone offering the resources with the backing of their IT department allowing anyone on to their servers? 🙂
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