Technical Writing Weekly
#20
Dear writers community 👋!
Welcome to our technical writing newsletter!
We are excited to bring you the latest updates and resources in the world of technical writing, including job opportunities and career tips. Our newsletter is designed to keep you informed and inspired, whether you are a seasoned technical writer or just starting in the field.
From best practices in writing and editing to the latest trends in technology, we've got you covered. So please sit back, relax, and let us help you take your technical writing skills to the next level!
WRITING TIPS ✍🏿
SEO is invaluable for all writers who create online content. Previously, technical writers weren't involved in SEO, but now it's essential. It's disheartening when your technical articles receive few views or rank low on Google.
Today, I'll share two crucial tips to improve this.
1. Conduct keyword research to understand what terms your target audience uses to search for content. Integrate these keywords naturally into your articles to improve their search engine ranking.
2. Enhance the technical aspects of your articles, such as optimizing meta tags, using descriptive titles, and ensuring proper formatting to make them more search-engine-friendly.
For example, if you're writing a technical article about "Python programming," you can conduct keyword research to find terms commonly used by those interested in Python, such as "Python IDE" or "Python tutorial." Incorporating these keywords effectively can significantly improve your article's visibility.
Secondly, when optimizing the technical aspects of your articles, ensure that your meta tags, titles, and descriptions accurately reflect the content. For instance, a clear and concise title such as "Top 10 Python IDEs for Beginners" can significantly improve search engine visibility compared to a generic title.
Please watch our comprehensive video on Search Engine Optimization below for a more in-depth understanding.
Remember to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more insightful tips and tricks to enhance your writing and online presence!
Technical Documentation Tips
Having an attractive homepage is essential for product documentation for several reasons.
First and foremost, a visually appealing homepage immediately captures the attention of developers and users, making them more inclined to explore the documentation further.
It sets the tone for the product, showcasing the development team's professionalism and attention to detail.
Furthermore, a well-designed homepage enhances the user experience by making it easier for developers to find the necessary information.
It can feature easy navigation, search functionality, and quick access to important resources, helping users locate relevant documentation and resources quickly.
A visually appealing homepage also reflects positively on the product itself. It conveys that the development team cares about their product's quality and users' experience.
This can instill confidence in developers and users, increasing trust and satisfaction with the product.
Articles of the week
How To Use Visual Studio Code For Beginners
By Judith Etugbo
Are you enthusiastic about exploring the Visual Studio code editor as a noob?. If yes, this article is for you.
Visual Studio(VS) code is a lightweight code editor developed by Microsoft. It supports Windows, Linux, and MacOS operating systems.
How to crack Google Season of Docs 2024
By Blessing Anyebe
The Google Season of Docs is one of the most influential open-source platforms for technical documentation, benefiting organizations and technical writers.
It supports open-source projects to improve their documentation and allows professional technical writers to gain experience in open-source.
JOBS 👩💻
Technical Writer - Chainguard
Fulltime, Remote
We want people excited about writing documentation and technical tutorials that developers and security professionals love.
The Developer Enablement Team sits on Product and raises awareness of Chainguard and software supply chain security by contributing approachable, educational, high-quality resources about our products, software supply chain security, and cybersecurity compliance and regulations. Chainguard Academy is the home of our documentation, tutorials, and videos.
👉🏿 Apply Now
Programmer Writer, Documentation at Weights & Biases
Fulltime, Remote
As a Programmer Writer, you will partner closely with Product and Engineering to document product updates and try new functionality to build subject-matter expertise. Collaborate with Growth and Sales to drive updates on what features are most in demand for additional context and documentation.
👉🏿 Apply Now
Finnish Writing Gig at Outlier
Fulltime, Remote
Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers?
How it works:
We have several open projects looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers.
You can work on all of our projects remotely. Hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you.
Your earnings from ongoing projects are sent out weekly.
👉🏿 Apply Now
Writing contest ongoing
The #decentralize-ai Writing Contest by ICP & HackerNoon
Attention writers, developers, and AI enthusiasts! Join us for the inaugural ICP #decentralize-ai Writing Competition, a unique opportunity to showcase your insights and creativity regarding decentralized AI and the Internet Computer Protocol.
By entering, you can win from a $1,000 prize pool and contribute to the growing body of knowledge regarding decentralized AI on ICP.
The #bitcoin Writing Contest Rootstock & HackerNoon
The #bitcoin Writing Contest, presented by Rootstock and HackerNoon, is now live. The total prize pool is $17,500!
Whether you're a thought leader, a skilled writer, a talented developer, or passionate about blockchain technology, this contest invites you to showcase your expertise in various Bitcoin-related topics.
Throw your hat in the ring with the #bitcoin tag and stand a chance to win!
The Opt-Out Writing Contest
Āut Labs and HackerNoon are glad to announce "Opt out": a call to all "hacktivists" and thinkers who dare to question and challenge the status quo, the societal construct where we live. Using decentralized technology and collective autonomy to shake its very foundations - made of bureaucracy, institutions, and authoritarian legacy.
The Opt Out competition grants $9000 in USDT to the best writers. It expands over three (3) main themes for nine months, making it one of the longest writing contests in Web3's history.
The #blockchain-api Writing Contest by dRPC & HackerNoon
The #blockchain-api Writing Contest by dRPC and HackerNoon is an exciting opportunity for builders, innovators, and everyone involved in the blockchain industry to share their insights on blockchain APIs. Participants are also encouraged to showcase their experience with the dRPC platform. Request a free, premium gift card today!
Submissions can cover topics like blockchain API overviews, exploring popular APIs and RPC nodes, discussing Web3 dApp development, MEV protection, censorship resistance, the benefits of load balancing systems, and more.
Share your stories with the #blockchain-api tag and win a $1,000 prize pool slice.
EVENTS 📆
TECHNICAL WRITING RESOURCES 📚 + 💻
Google Season of Docs supports open-source projects to improve their documentation and allows professional technical writers to gain experience in open-source. Together, we raise awareness of open source, docs, and technical writing.
Technical writing is an essential skill for professionals working in various industries. Whether writing software documentation, creating user guides, or developing training materials, communicating complex technical information clearly and effectively is crucial for success.
WRITING COMMUNITIES 👨👩👧👦
We consider everyone who cares about communication, documentation, and their users to be a community member. This can be programmers, tech writers, developer advocates, customer support, marketers, and anyone who wants people to have great experiences with software.
Our program is designed for individuals looking to improve their technical writing skills and advance their careers in software development, community management, and developer advocacy.