Have you ever wondered what technical writing is all about? Well, at first, it can be difficult to define what it means or entails, especially when you lack proper guidance or a mentor to kick start your journey in this space. I spent months watching video tutorials, conducting google searches, and reaching out to professionals with 'eye-catching' profiles. Yet, none of these efforts seem to click or fit the bucket. However, I realized technical writing is broad. It requires different sets of skills to be proficient in various fields. It is an area that feels like virgin land yet to be fully exploited in most countries, meaning it can be a rewarding career if you have the necessary skills for the market. You would probably think that I have nailed in this field, no. I am starting just like you. Below are the vital areas to focus on when beginning a technical writing journey.
Topics • FAQS. • Knowledge Bases. • User manuals(illustrative manuals). • API integration tutorials & Documentations. • Memos. • Reports. • Training material. • Tutorials. • Medical writing. • Grant writing. • Scientific writing. • Business proposals. • Product descriptions and specifications. • White papers. • Release notes. • Market Requirement Documents.
The above topics are the tip of the ocean because technical writing is ever-growing, with different writing interpretations. However, the topics are to enlighten technical writers enthusiasts about where to start.
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I am a technical writing enthusiast too, can we connect?