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Andy in Union Grove, Alabama Updated 2 days ago |
Breaking into Technical Writing - 1 ReplyI completed a Technical Writing course last year, but it has not gotten me very far. Even the most entry level technical writing positions elude me.... |
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Lennart in Durham, North Carolina Updated 23 days ago |
Propar Shcoling - 2 RepliesThe college I am attending has no technical writing major. I was told that this is not a major problem and I could still get a technical writing job... |
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Emily in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Updated 25 days ago |
Show me the money... - 25 RepliesWhat are typical technical writer salaries? Do some companies pay a lot more for this position than others? What does a top earner make in this... |
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Tim in Melbourne, Australia Updated 1 month ago |
Adobe RoboHelp 7 v. Quadralay's ePublisher 2008.1 release - 2 RepliesI am contemplating pruchasing either RoboHelp 7 or ePublisher version 2008.1. I have taken trial versions of each. I feel that it might be more... |
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Ani in Knoxville, Tennessee Updated 1 month ago |
What's the best screen capture software for everyday tech writing graphics? - 5 RepliesWhat is the best screen capture software that allows for easy capture of screens and allows you to manipulate graphics? |
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randa in Amman, Jordan |
which is more standard to ?hi there, my question is which is more standard if i am writing a user guide that will be read by a guard , to call him through the document guard,... |
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Binayak Prasad Silwal in Nepal Updated 1 month ago |
Can you freelance as a technical writer or do you have to work for a specific company? - 4 RepliesI'll repeat my question here: Can you freelance as a technical writer or do you have to work for a specific company? |
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Victoria in Bloomington, Indiana Updated 2 months ago |
Entering the Tech Writer's Field - 1 ReplyI am heavy into writing novels ficitional and I am heavy into reading tech manuals ranging from how to build a bed to understanding the theory of... |
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kelly in Yorktown Heights, New York Updated 2 months ago |
Certificate or Degree for Technical Writing - 4 RepliesI am exploring the possibility of taking some online courses in technical writing. I have a Bachelor Degree in English and enjoy writing. Can I... |
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mati schwarcz in Maaleh Shomron, Israel Updated 3 months ago |
How do I know if I am a good technical writer? - 4 RepliesI have been writing for the same company for 3 years, I am the only writer there. How do I know if I meet the industry standards? |
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stu in Charleston, West Virginia Updated 3 months ago |
Documenting Web Based Applications - 1 ReplyDoes anyone know of any resources, online or in print, for writing about web based applications? The user interaction with a web application has to... |
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A-M in NY, New York Updated 4 months ago |
Acronym Management - 4 RepliesDear Indeed visitors, I would like to bring to your attention a new software tool for acronym management – Acronyms Master. This tool has... |
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Rick in Racine, Wisconsin Updated 4 months ago |
Tech Writer Resumes - 3 RepliesAny tips on on what a good tech writer resume should look like? Any buzz / key words that you can't do without? Where can you see examples of good... |
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Julie in Madras, India Updated 4 months ago |
Starting out... - 6 RepliesHow did you get your start doing technical writer work, and what career moves did you make to get to your current position? Do you need a particular... |
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Kevin in Fort Knox, Kentucky Updated 4 months ago |
The best part is... - 2 RepliesWhat do you enjoy most about technical writer work? What do you dislike the most? Is it challenging? Are there many opportunities to learn and... |
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Ruchi in Newington, Connecticut |
Looking for a job in CT,USAHello, I am a Tech-writer and currently looking for a job.And i am been trying from last couple of months ,but haven't receive a single call for... |
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watkinson in Grand Rapids, Michigan Updated 4 months ago |
Commonly Used Software - 4 RepliesWhat software tools are most commonly used by Technical Writers? |
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twirler in Voorhees, New Jersey Updated 5 months ago |
To be the best... - 10 RepliesWhat are the top 3 traits or skills every technical writer must have to excel? Can you suggest any tips or insights to develop your technical writer... |
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Cassie in Tampa, Florida |
Copyright page - automatic year updateIs there a way that I can have the copyright date automatically update each year? We have the copyright year on several pages and would like to have... |
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Kelly in Los Angeles, California Updated 7 months ago |
Boom or bust? - 2 RepliesAre jobs in this industry on the rise? Are there any sub-sectors that are growing? Where are the jobs? Which places have the most technical writer... |
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Carrie in Windsor, Connecticut |
salariesWhat kind of salary should I be looking for in Chicago as a non-management senior technical writer? This is for a friend, so I don't have a lot of... |
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Gary Lyle in Saint Louis, Missouri Updated 8 months ago |
Diagraming metal and electronic components - 3 RepliesI've been tasked with the technical writing for my company. I'm a wiz with Visio, Word and powerpoint. But I don't know how I'm going to do assembly... |
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Gary Lyle in Saint Louis, Missouri Updated 8 months ago |
screen captures appear blury when imported in FM - 2 RepliesI want to import screens into Framemaker. The screens (JPG) gets distorted and on hard-copy you can't even see properly. How can I get the good... |
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Marry in Kingwood, Texas Updated 8 months ago |
Career Transition to Tech Writer? - 2 RepliesI'm contemplating a complete career transition and would like to consider technical report writing as an option. I have a 4-year degree in business... |
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Sam in Tokyo, Japan |
Online technical writing courseHi Im thinking about a career change into the field of technical writing. Can anyone recommend an online course I can do? Cheers Sam |
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tinuzzo in Chicago Updated 9 months ago |
Technical Writer Position Available - 2 RepliesPrecision Technology USA, a leader in linear actuation systems, is looking for a Technical Writer to prepare Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)... |
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PhilippeC in Cesson, France |
Recommended tool to develop an on line Help (JavaHelp) from Framemaker: RoboHelp 7 or ePublisher 9.3 Standard version?I intend to develop an on line Help (JavaHelp) from Framemaker + TopicAlias handling. I don't know which tool I have to buy: RoboHelp 7 or ePublisher... |
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Ed Hanson in Denver, Colorado Updated 9 months ago |
Getting ahead... - 1 ReplyWhat is the best training for becoming a hirable technical writer? What types of ongoing training or certifications are necessary to be an effective... |
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Ed Hanson in Denver, Colorado Updated 9 months ago |
Cost of Documentation - 1 ReplyI am writing a proposal for my company to get some outside help documenting some software I have written. Currently, there are over 20,000 lines of... |
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Manju in London, United Kingdom Updated 10 months ago |
Transition from Proposal Writing? - 2 RepliesHas anyone made the jump from marketing/proposal writing to tech writing? It seems to be a natural transition, but I'm having a hard time getting... |
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Solaris in Vancouver, Washington Updated 11 months ago |
Info on How-Tos - 1 ReplyI've been looking for some guidance on authoring How-Tos. Can somebody help me with any relevant information on How Tos (guidelines / procedure... |
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Solaris in Vancouver, Washington Updated 11 months ago |
What do you want from a boss? - 8 RepliesMy company may need to hire some tech writers next year. My question is, if you could design your perfect boss, your perfect work environment, what... |
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Ryan in Monroeville, Pennsylvania Updated 11 months ago |
demonstration videos - 3 RepliesHi, I've been asked to prepare demo videos of my company's software as part of the technical documentation. These are to be provided in online... |
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mariefiebig@hotmail.com in Troy, Michigan Updated 14 months ago |
Help me create goals for me and my company's documentation dept. - 3 RepliesI was recently promoted from Tech Writer to Senior Tech Writer (even though I'm still the ONLY tech writer). I was offered a raise if I can set and... |
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Kendra at TECHwriters.com in Pleasanton, California |
Staff, Permanent Technical Writer in Bangalore with RoboHELPOur Client, who makes enterprise software for document management, needs two full-time, staff permanent, on site technical writers in... |
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Dennis in San Francisco, California |
Tech Writers and WikisI'm hoping someone here can help me out or give me a lead ... I am a senior at San Francisco State University (SFSU), in the Technical &... |
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