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Subject:Re: Just a Tech Writer (medium length) From:Goober <techcommgoober -at- yahoo -dot- com> To:"TECHWR-L" <techwr-l -at- lists -dot- raycomm -dot- com> Date:Thu, 9 May 2002 13:04:39 -0700 (PDT)
> Silly me, I thought that the flexibility and
> diversity of my participation
> would provide me with some additional credentials.
> After I had this
> epiphany today, and subsequently stopped feeling
> sorry for myself, I also
> realized that I need to be a tech writer/something.
> I think I'd like to get
> more involved in the analysis/requirements process
> that is associated with
> software development.
I've seen many writers go on to project manager or
product analyst roles, which may be up your alley. I
don't think anything's required for these types of
roles other than enthusiasm, understanding of the
product, and a willingness to make whatever it is better.
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