Integrate Algolia Search into Subspace Documentation

[ImmaZoni]

Introduction

This pull request introduces Algolia Search as a new feature in the Subspace documentation, marking the first time a search functionality has been implemented to enhance the accessibility and user experience of the documentation site.

Objectives

• To provide immediate, relevant search results to users navigating the Subspace documentation.
• To lay the foundation for scalable, powerful search capabilities as the documentation grows.

Implementation Overview

Algolia was selected for its excellence in search performance, user-friendly integration, and comprehensive analytics. This initial implementation includes:

• Configuring Algolia to index the Subspace documentation content.
• Embedding the Algolia search bar and results display into the documentation site's layout.
• Tailoring the search experience to match the needs and expectations of the Subspace community.

Algolia Account and Management

An Algolia account has been set up for the purpose of this feature implementation. I am prepared to hand over control of this account to the Subspace team, ensuring a seamless transition and continuous management of the search functionality.

Key Benefits

• Enhanced User Experience: Users can now quickly find the information they need, improving their learning and troubleshooting experience.
• Scalability: Algolia provides a robust platform that can grow with the Subspace documentation, accommodating future expansions seamlessly.
• Analytics Insights: The Algolia dashboard offers valuable insights into search patterns, which can be used to further improve the documentation.

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[EmilFattakhov]

It's great to see a contribution from you @ImmaZoni ❤️‍🔥
At the moment, the preview is not building because the node version we're using is incompatible with the Algolia plugin. The search bar also does not appear locally, which is likely related. Let me update the node version so we can test your PR!

[EmilFattakhov]

Hope you don't mind me pushing the required node version directly at your PR 😉, it's just faster to check if it compiles this way.

[EmilFattakhov]

@ImmaZoni I believe the indexing might have not been done yet, please try performing a search and check the logs. I can help debug if you share the algolia credentials with me :)

[ImmaZoni]

Hey @EmilFattakhov! From my understanding of the Algolia docs i don't think it will index until it hits production. I will send you a Discord DM with the credentials for Algolia so we can take a look 🙏

[EmilFattakhov]

I think you're right in the assumption that we need to merge it to production first Justin, giving this a try and re-open the PR in case something is missing. Thank you so much for your PR @ImmaZoni, and hope to see more PRs from you!