Generate comprehensive documentation for the specified code. Include:

1. **Overview**
   - Purpose and functionality
   - Key features
   - Use cases

2. **API Documentation**
   - Function/method signatures
   - Parameter descriptions with types
   - Return values
   - Exceptions/errors that may be thrown

3. **Usage Examples**
   - Basic usage examples
   - Advanced use cases
   - Common patterns

4. **Configuration**
   - Required environment variables
   - Configuration options
   - Default values

5. **Dependencies**
   - Required libraries
   - Version requirements
   - Installation instructions

6. **Additional Notes**
   - Known limitations
   - Performance considerations
   - Best practices

Format the documentation in clear, professional markdown suitable for a README or API reference.