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Category: Technical writing basics

In the present fast-paced world full of competition, we want to learn advanced technologies and grow in our fields. However, often we miss emphasizing the importance of fundamentals. This blog is about learning the basics of technical writing.
The technical writing fundamentals include things as simple as what is technical writing, why do we need a style guide, or how technical writing is different from other forms of writing.
In a training environment, fundamentals are easy-to-ignore where they aren’t stressed. However, a good trainer teaches the basics of technical writing along with teaching more complex and modern techniques. Most of the time, the fundamentals are hidden in the details you are learning in order to make any given technique work properly.

July 17, 2020February 23, 2023Technical writing basics

How technical writing is different from other forms of writing

How technical writing is different from other forms of writing

Isn’t Technical Writing is the same as other forms of writing? There are so many different types of writing. At a bird’s […]

June 28, 2020February 23, 2023Technical writing basics

What is a style guide and why is it important

What is a Style guide and Why do you need it?

Having a style guide is one of the most important aspects of any business communication strategy. A style guide helps ensure that […]

June 6, 2020February 11, 2023Beginner, Madcap Flare, Technical writing basics

Step 1: Understanding the madcap flare application

madcap flare interface

Home Madcap Flare Tutorials for Beginners Step 1: Understanding the madcap flare application Step 2: Authoring in the madcap flare software Step […]

May 24, 2020February 23, 2023Technical writing basics

What is technical writing in the modern world

Technical writing is a specialized form of writing that communicates technical information in a clear, concise and organized manner. Understanding the basics […]

May 10, 2020February 24, 2023Technical writing basics

A complete list of technical writing tools

Every job profile is known for their skills and tools. If I ask you to imagine a plumber, the first picture that […]

November 17, 1970February 23, 2023Technical writing basics

Why do you need to create a user guide

what is a user guide

If you or your company develop products complex than a pen, you need to write a user guide to help your users […]

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