If there's one thing that differs technical writing from any other type of writing, it's the fact that it's, well, technical. You have to be more specific about the use of words. You can't help to add jargons into them. The real challenge of technical writing is how you can present a technical fact into something that can be easily digested by your readers.
Being a technical writer is definitely no easy feat. However, with the following 4 tips, it would not be too long before you start building your own reputation in the field:
1. Focus on certain technical areas. You have to develop your own niche. This way, it will be easier for you to keep tabs on the changes happening in your chosen field, such as the introduction of new technology or the shift of target audience. You can also conveniently build your reputation as the ultimate master or key figure in the niche you've picked. You know what materials to study and how you can integrate them into your articles.
2. Go down to the level of your target readers. You may understand the term "search engine optimization" but definitely not all of your target readers. Thus, as a technical writer, it is your duty to make sure that you can send your message across as clearly as possible. To accomplish this, you may have to place yourself into the shoes of your target readers. It will definitely help if you can provide short explanation, analogy, or example, to illustrate your point.
3. Keep it short as much as possible. If you can say one paragraph into two sentences, the better. The more words that you're going to say, the more it will become harder for your readers to understand what you mean. Be direct, precise, and accurate.
Jack S. Nguyen is a freelance developer and writer with over 10 years experience building commercial web sites and helping others establish home-based businesses. Jack regularly contributes freelance and work-at-home related product reviews to NetProductsReview.com
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