Should your RAG use code or documentation? What benchmarks changed my mind about

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Learn how benchmark design impacts RAG performance over a codebase and why documentation might be a better choice than code

intermediate Published 19 Apr 2026

Action Steps

Build a RAG system over a codebase using code
Compare the performance of the RAG system using code vs documentation
Evaluate the benchmark design used to measure RAG performance
Apply the findings to inform the decision between using code or documentation for the RAG system
Test the RAG system with different benchmark designs to validate the results

Who Needs to Know This

This article is relevant for machine learning engineers and researchers working with RAG systems, particularly those who need to decide between using code or documentation for their RAG

Key Insight

💡 Benchmark design can significantly impact RAG performance and the choice between using code or documentation