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| Feature / Capability | DITA Base Edition | DITA Technical Content Edition | DITA Learning & Training Edition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Purpose | Core structured documentation | Technical and product documentation | Instructional, educational, and training content |
| Core DITA Topic Types | Topic | Topic, Concept, Task, Reference | All Technical Content topics + Learning topics |
| Concept Topics | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Task Topics | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Reference Topics | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Learning Topic Types (Learning Overview, Learning Content, Learning Summary, Assessment) | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Learning Map Support | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Assessment & Quiz Support | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Audience Analysis & Objectives | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Use Case Scenarios | ❌ | Limited | ✅ |
| Reusable Content (Conref, Keyref) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Conditional Processing (Profiling) | Basic | Advanced | Advanced |
| Metadata & Indexing | Basic | Advanced | Advanced (Learning-focused metadata) |
| Map Types Supported | Basic Map | DITA Map, Bookmap | DITA Map, Bookmap, Learning Map |
| Content Complexity Handling | Low | Medium to High | High |
| Best Suited For | Simple documentation, structured text | User guides, manuals, API docs, release notes | eLearning modules, onboarding, certifications, training programs |
| Learning Curve | Low | Medium | High |
| Typical Users | Beginners, small teams | Technical writers, product teams | Instructional designers, trainers, L&D teams |