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document-cn-translation-of-skywalking

This is an archived Chinese translation of Apache SkyWalking documentation maintained by community volunteers. The project is no longer updated; the maintainers direct users to the official SkyWalking website for current documentation and AI-powered Q&A support.

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Source: GitHub — github.com/SkyAPM/document-cn-translation-of-skywalking

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Repository	SkyAPM/document-cn-translation-of-skywalking
Owner	SkyAPM
Primary language	Unknown
License	Apache-2.0 — OSI-approved
Stars	613
Forks	141
Open issues	0
Latest release	Unknown
Last updated	2025-05-30
Source	https://github.com/SkyAPM/document-cn-translation-of-skywalking

What document-cn-translation-of-skywalking is

A static documentation translation repository covering SkyWalking versions 5.0.0-beta through 8.0.0, providing Chinese-language references for Apache SkyWalking's APM and distributed tracing capabilities. The project is deprecated and no longer synced with upstream official docs.

Quickstart

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Clone the repository and explore it locally.

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1git clone https://github.com/SkyAPM/document-cn-translation-of-skywalking.git2cd document-cn-translation-of-skywalking3# follow the project's README for install & configuration

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Best use cases

Historical Chinese reference for legacy SkyWalking versions

Teams maintaining older SkyWalking deployments (5.0.0-beta, 6.x, 8.0.0) who prefer Chinese-language documentation may reference specific version archives here for setup and configuration guidance.

Community-contributed translation examples

Organizations considering translation workflows for technical documentation can study this repository's structure and contributor model as a case study for open-source localization efforts.

Educational reference for APM/distributed tracing concepts

Chinese-speaking engineers learning APM and distributed tracing fundamentals may use the archived docs as supplementary educational material alongside current official sources.

Implementation considerations

Treat this repository as historical reference only; cross-check all technical details with official SkyWalking English documentation before implementation.
Version coverage is partial (5.0.0-beta, 6.1.0, 6.2.0, 6.3.0, 8.0.0). If you run a version not listed, official docs are your only reliable source.
The last push timestamp (2025-05-30) suggests recent maintenance activity, but the README caution and lack of release notes indicate no active content synchronization.
Chinese language support is present but quality and completeness cannot be verified; community volunteers provided translations without ongoing quality assurance.

When to avoid it — and what to weigh

You need current SkyWalking documentation — The project explicitly states it is expired and no longer maintained. Use the official SkyWalking website (https://skywalking.apache.org/docs/) for up-to-date information.
You rely on accuracy for production deployments — The README warns: 'All documentation content is for reference only; English official documentation is authoritative.' Stale translations risk misconfiguration in production environments.
You expect active maintenance or issue resolution — Zero open issues and no recent commits related to content updates indicate this is a static archive. No active support or bug fixes for documentation errors.
You are evaluating SkyWalking itself — This repository is purely a translation artifact, not the APM platform. Evaluate the official Apache SkyWalking project directly for functionality, security, and architecture decisions.

License & commercial use

Licensed under Apache License 2.0 (Apache-2.0), a permissive OSI-approved license allowing commercial use, modification, and distribution with attribution and liability disclaimers.

Apache-2.0 permits commercial use. However, this repository is deprecated documentation, not software. Commercial use of translations should follow Apache-2.0 terms and include original attribution to Apache SkyWalking project and community translators. Verify compliance with your legal team before incorporating into commercial products.

DEV.co evaluation signals

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Signal	Assessment
Maintenance	Stale
Documentation	Limited
License clarity	Clear
Deployment complexity	Low
DEV.co fit	Possible
Assessment confidence	High

Security considerations

This repository contains no executable code or security-sensitive content. However, users should not rely on potentially outdated configuration or deployment guidance from archived docs, as missing security patches or changed best practices in newer SkyWalking versions could introduce risks if configurations are deployed as-is.

Alternatives to consider

Official Apache SkyWalking documentation (English)

Current, maintained, authoritative source. Available at https://skywalking.apache.org/docs/ with official AI-powered Q&A support.

Apache SkyWalking GitHub repository (active source)

Official upstream project with active development, release notes, and community support. Primary reference for all SkyWalking versions and features.

Commercial SkyWalking support / SkyAPM services

If Chinese-language documentation or localized support is critical, consider commercial offerings or community forums for managed SkyWalking deployments.

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document-cn-translation-of-skywalking FAQ

Is this documentation still maintained?

No. The project explicitly states it is expired and no longer updated. The maintainers direct users to the official SkyWalking website.

Can I use this for production SkyWalking deployments?

Not recommended. The README warns that English official documentation is authoritative and should be the source of truth. Use official docs for production guidance.

Which SkyWalking versions are covered?

Partial coverage: 5.0.0-beta, 6.1.0, 6.2.0, 6.3.0, and 8.0.0. Other versions are not translated.

Can I contribute translations or updates?

The project is archived. Contributions are unlikely to be merged. Engage with the official SkyWalking project if you wish to contribute translations.

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