Fact-Checking and Quality Assurance Process

Purpose

ExcellentWiki publishes information across 24+ sections including health, finance, law, and other YMYL (Your Money or Your Life) topics. This document defines the process for ensuring accuracy, sourcing, and ongoing quality.

Content Tiers

Automated Quality Gates

All articles, regardless of tier, must pass these automated checks:

1. Frontmatter validation — title, description, author, lastmod present and correctly formatted
2. Word count — minimum 1,500 words, maximum 2,500 words
3. Internal links — minimum 2 internal links per article
4. FAQ section — `

Key Takeaways

Building genuine expertise depends on integrating the principles discussed here into your regular practice. These core takeaways represent the minimum essential knowledge for anyone working in this area.

• Understanding the fundamental principles provides the framework for all advanced work in this field. Take time to ensure these basics are solid before moving forward with more complex applications.
• Consistent practice and application of these concepts yields far better results than occasional intensive effort. Building small habits around each technique ensures steady progress over time.
• Common mistakes are predictable and avoidable when you know what to watch for. Review the troubleshooting sections periodically to catch issues before they become problems.
• The connections between different aspects of this field reveal deeper patterns that accelerate learning. Pay attention to how concepts relate to each other rather than treating them as isolated facts.

Putting Knowledge into Practice

Building a personal reference collection of notes, examples, and resources creates a valuable asset you can return to throughout your learning journey. Organize your materials in a way that makes sense to you, and revisit them periodically to reinforce your understanding and track your progress over time.

Remember that consistent effort over time produces far better results than occasional intensive work. The key is not talent but persistence — showing up regularly, practicing deliberately, and learning from both successes and failures. Every expert was once a beginner who simply refused to stop.

Practical Application

Applying these concepts in real-world contexts transforms understanding into capability. The most effective learners seek opportunities to practice what they have learned, test their knowledge against real problems, and refine their approach based on results. Start with manageable challenges that stretch your skills without overwhelming them, and gradually increase complexity as your confidence grows. Consistent practice, even in small doses, produces compound improvement over time. Document your progress, reflect on what works and what does not, and adjust your approach accordingly. This cycle of action, reflection, and adjustment is the engine of genuine mastery, and it applies equally to conceptual understanding and practical skills.

Frequently Asked Questions` heading must be present

5. H2/H3 hierarchy — at least 3 H2 headings, proper nesting
6. No broken links — all internal links resolve to existing pages

Human Review Process (Tier 1)

For YMYL content, at least one human reviewer must:

1. Verify all factual claims against authoritative sources (PubMed, .gov, .edu, peer-reviewed journals)
2. Check that recommendations align with current medical/legal/financial best practices (as of the lastmod date)
3. Remove or flag any claims that could cause harm if followed incorrectly
4. Add caveats and disclaimers where appropriate (“Consult your physician before…”, “This is not legal advice…”)
5. Verify author credentials or ensure the byline reflects editorial oversight

Source Citation Guidelines

• Health articles: Cite peer-reviewed studies (PubMed ID), .gov health sources (CDC, NIH, WHO), or major medical institution guidelines
• Finance articles: Cite government data (IRS, SEC, Federal Reserve), academic economics research, or established financial authority
• Legal articles: Cite specific statutes, regulations, or court cases; include jurisdictional caveats
• All other articles: Cite reputable textbooks, academic sources, or industry-standard references

Inaccuracy Reporting

Users can report inaccuracies via:

1. “Report inaccuracy” link at the bottom of every article page — opens a GitHub issue with the article title and URL pre-filled
2. Email to support@excellentwiki.com

Reported inaccuracies are triaged within 48 hours. Critical errors (health/safety/financial harm) are fixed within 24 hours.

Content Refresh Schedule

Review Checklist for New Articles

• Title contains target keyword, under 60 characters, compelling
• Description is a complete sentence ending in period, under 155 characters
• H2 headings create a clear content hierarchy (at least 3)
• Article is 1,500–2,500 words
• At least 2 internal links to related ExcellentWiki articles
• FAQ section with 3–5 Q&A pairs
• No plagiarized or AI-generated content that hasn’t been reviewed
• author, lastmod, and description frontmatter fields populated
• E-E-A-T signals present (author byline, sources cited where applicable)
• Images have descriptive alt text (if any)