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Technical Report Writing Guide
PolyU COMP5511 Lab 5
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Tools of the Trade — Markdown & PDF

Many of you may be new to Markdown (.md). It is the standard markup language for data scientists and developers, allowing you to format text using simple plain-text symbols without the overhead of heavy word processors.

Quick Cheatsheet

  • Headers: Use # for titles (e.g., # Title, ## Section).
  • Emphasis: Use **Bold** and *Italics*.
  • Lists: Use - Item for bullets or 1. Item for numbering.
  • Code: Use triple backticks for code blocks.
  • Images: ![Caption](path/image.png)

Important: PDF Submission

Submission Requirement
Your final report must be submitted as a PDF. Ensure the generated document is readable, with visible code blocks and images.
Markdown Table Example
Gallery Image