Technical Writers - Exploding the Myth

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Slide 1:I’m a Technical Writer Technical Writing explained using photographs of Technical Writers from www.imatechwriter.com


Slide 2:The consequences of incorrect documentation can be great


Slide 3:Technical Writers guide usersto their goal


Slide 4:They need to be accurate as possible


Slide 5:They explain technical information to non-technical people


Slide 6:Technical Writers often have to put themselves in the position of the user


Slide 7:They need to address different types of users


Slide 8:They need to be as unambiguous as possible


Slide 9:They employ a variety of techniques to question Subject Matter Experts


Slide 10:They produce a form of user support that’s available all times of the day


Slide 11:Technical Writers provide clarity and simplicity


Slide 12:They organize information so it’s easier to find


Slide 13:Technical Writers reduce the need to call the Support desk


Slide 14:It’s more than just manuals


Slide 15:www.imatechwriter.com