Go beyond standard operating procedures

In today’s complex world, technical writing is needed just about everywhere. Technical Writing For Dummies will teach you the basics and show you how to write user manuals, abstracts, spec sheets, video scripts, and all other species of technical documents. You’ll also learn what it takes to have a career as a tech writer, and how to make your documentation stand out. If you’re already in the biz, you’ll love the coverage of the latest technologies and trends. Let this friendly Dummies guide be your one-stop shop for all your tech writing needs.

Inside…

• What is technical writing?
• Taking a document from concept to completion
• Types of technical documents
• Online collaboration tools
• Writing on eLearning platforms
• Patents & technical journals
• Advanced formatting for visual impact

Learn to document the technology that makes the world go

Technical Writing For Dummies is a master class on how to build a career writing user manuals, e-learning, streaming, simulations, and more. It even zooms into the metaverse. Whether you’re new to the field, a seasoned professional, or a technical person who needs to write, this guide arms you with the skills you need to cash in on this flourishing world of technical writing. This isn’t your average how-to. It’s a compendium of innovative industry knowledge that will help you set yourself apart with the latest trends and best practices in technical writing. As a tech writer, you’ll need a robust skillset that allows you to offer clear and concise documentation for just about anything. This new edition of Technical Writing For Dummies—updated for all of today’s tech writing advances—can get you there.

• Uncover the basics of technical writing and master common documentation types
• Get insight into the career paths available to tech writers today
• Discover new remote collaboration options and cloud-based tools for technical writers
• Learn how to elevate your documents for high search engine optimization (SEO) rankings
• Improve your craft to connect with diverse, global audiences

Whether you’re a technical writer or technical professional who needs to write—you can learn the best practices of effective technical writing, as well as how to navigate its various formats and platforms, thanks to this handy Dummies guide.