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Document as You Go
Documentation is an important part of any application. So, don't forget to include it when generating new applications or modifying existing ones.
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Beginning a Documentation Project
Find out what Vicki considers are the do's and don'ts of starting a documentation project.
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Discovering the Story of Our Ancestors Lives
A guide to piecing together documentation and background information to flesh out our ancestors' lives.
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Electronic Health Records
Nurses are the end-users of many electronic documentation systems. The article provides an outline process for nurses to evaluate a computerized health record.
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Documentation in Projects
Retaining an audit trail is a particularly important aspect of Project Management. Failure to do so can lead to serious issues regarding accountability and project scope.
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Rental Documentation
Tenants often are unaware of the implecation of not having written documentation during the rental period.
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Documentation Lifecycle
See the document lifecycle Vicki uses as a map each time she starts a new project.
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Documentation/Organization
Helping to organize/track events necessary to a divorvced parent.
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The Philosophy Documentation Center
If you are a teacher or a student looking for quality print or electronic publications or other resources in philosophy, include The Philosophy Documentation Center among your Internet destinations.
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Employee Performance Improvement
You've given a written reprimand and an improvement plan has been signed by both you and the employee. Now, you sit back and wait for improvement, right?
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An Interviewing Mishap Turns into a Triumph
I learned from personal experience what works and doesn't work for a successful interview. Read about my near-disasterous interview that turned into a success.
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BASIC RESEARCH: PART 1
tips on organizing your basic document research
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Book Review
I read the book, "UnTechnical Writing" for you and suggest you read my review. It isn't your typical technical writing book for a good reason.
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Documenting Your Family History
as you make contact with you lost cousins, it is important to remember that proper documentation is still paramount
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Fat Free Writing - Part Two
Second article in the Fat Free Writing Series
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Fat Free Writing Series - Part One
First article of a series that helps you communicate useful information clearly without ambiguity.
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Getting in the Last Word - Part Three - FAQs
Are you finished with the manual when you've written the last procedure? Not by a long shot. The difference between a good manual and an outstanding manual is in the last words. Glossaries, Indexes, and FAQs. Here is part three - FAQs.
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How I Became a Technical Writer
How does one become a technical writer? As I gradually assume the reigns of this topic. I will use this as an introduction to whom I am and how I became a technical writer.
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Part Three - After the Interview
This ends the first part of the Interviewing and Investigation Techniques series. Next month, watch for the Investigation portion of this series.
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Part Two - During the Interview
Second part of a multi-part series on Interviewing and Investigation Techniques. This part helps you learn what to do and not do during an interview.
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PREPARING FOR THE MORTGAGE APPLICATION
Everything that you need to bring to the mortgage application is explained and listed here. I address different types of income and what documentation is needed for each.
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Prioritizing Your Efforts
You've finally managed to free up a couple of hours to devote to your hobby. How do you decide what to do with it? Ideas and suggestions for organizing and prioritizing your efforts.
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QUESTION: Advice about Technical Writing
Vicki gives advice about becoming a technical writer, getting education, and creating writing samples.
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QUESTION: Programming knowledge for Technical Writers?
Vicki answers a question about computer programming knowledge for technical writers and which books and programs to know for current technology needs.
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Respecting Technical Writers
Respect is important for any profession. Technical Writers deserve respect too, especially from each other.
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Welcome to Technical Writing
Welcome letter to all readers of the Technical Writing Page.
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Writing a Successful Research Paper
With references to various web sites, this article guides the high school student through researching and writing a research paper using the MLA or APA format.
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You Get Only One Chance to Make a First Impression
First impressions are so important. Make yours count!
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Canadian Theatre History Books
Not many studies of Canadian theatre history have been written - yet. Here's an overview of some of the best.
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Global Sales Challenges in Germany
Here are 5 cultural norms and values that prevented even a giant multinational corporation like Wal-Mart from successfully launching international operations in Germany.
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How Well Do You Communicate?
If you're considering a career in health care you must be able to communicate effectively with both written and oral language skills.
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Information Technology System Implementation
Sound planning of the implementation is crucial to its success as poor planning and inadequate resourcing are often primary causes of system implementation failures.
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Online Help Systems: an Overview
Online and web-based help systems give users instantaneous information to help them use your application; learn about different delivery methods and types of online help.
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Parents, Their Lawyer and an IEP
"Helicopter parents" hover and bring their lawyer on board to make sure that child's IEP is followed. The teacher made it through the year without a lawsuit.
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System Implementation
Sound planning of the implementation is crucial to its success as poor planning and inadequate resourcing are often primary causes of system implementation failures.
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System Software Testing
For all bespoke systems, whether written in house, or externally, testing is an integral part of the system development process.
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Theme Parks and Disabled Children
Many families "hit the road" in July for family vacations. How can parents check out services for the disabled ahead of time?
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Control the Action of Your Verbs
Verbs are the action words in sentences--and are also key and vital in technical documentation. How you treat verbs can be key in translation costs as well as the understanding of your document. This piece details what you should watch for in your verbs and why.
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Copyright Tips for Teachers
Article by Bob Jones University's Media Director Jonna Carper outlines fair use and copywrite laws for print, audio, and video materials used for educational purposes.
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Fat Free Writing - Part Three
Last article in the Fat Free Writing Series.
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How to Figure Document Development Time
Ever wonder how technical writers figure out the time it takes to create a manual? This articles explains the whole mystery.
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How to Work as an Off-Site Technical Writer
Vicki gives you some inside tips on turning an on-site technical writing gig into an off-site one.
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Interviewing & Investigation Tips
Learn interviewing techniques for preparation, during, and after the interview. Also, the 2nd section of this multi-part series will focus on how to investigate like a pro.
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Research Checklist - Part Two
The final three points in the research checklist: taking notes, organizing facts and ideas, and the final review.
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Technical Support Call Humor
Collection of Technical Support Humor.
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