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  * ANNOUNCE: DTDs--To Build or To Buy? (NEW)
  * JOB: Contract Position, Movaz Networks, Inc. in Norcross, GA (NEW)
  * SITE UPDATE: Introducing New Columnist, Derek Torres
  * SOFTWARE: Database Documentation Tools
  * ANNOUNCE: TECHWR-L Dinner Plans at STC 2005!
  * ANNOUNCE: ArchiText Inc. ? The End-to-End Localization Solution 
             Based on ABREVE®
  * SITE UPDATE: Volumizing: Good for Hair, Bad for Content
  * ANNOUNCE: New! WebWorks OnTime: On-Demand, 
              Custom ePublishing Service

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ANNOUNCE: DTDs--To Build or To Buy?

Should you develop a custom DTD (build) or adapt an existing standard
DTD like DITA or DocBook (buy)? Because a DTD provides the foundation
for every part of the system, from editing tools to content repository
to output processors, this decision is perhaps the most important of
all decisions made in the implementation of an XML-based content
management system.

In this issue of The Rockley Bulletin, we explore Document Type
Definitions (DTDs) and examine the pros and cons of building a DTD from
scratch versus adapting a standard DTD like DITA or DocBook. We also
provide you with useful links to resources that will help you learn
about DTDs, XML, and information about visual DTD creation and editing
tools.

View the current issue: www.rockleybulletin.com
Subscribe: www.rockley.com/BulletinSubscribe.htm

The Rockley Bulletin is a free web-based newsletter that provides
readers with timely and relevant information on content
management-related issues. Each month the Bulletin delivers summaries
of content management strategies, technological issues, useful
resources, book reviews, information about upcoming educational events,
and, more. Subscribers are alerted via email when a new issue is
published.

The Rockley Group Inc.
445 Apple Creek Blvd., Suite 120
Markham, ON L3R 9X7
Phone: 905-415-1885
Fax: 905-415-3413
moreinfo -at- rockley -dot- com

04/29/05-05/05/05
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JOB: Contract Position, Movaz Networks, Inc. in Norcross, GA

Movaz Networks, Inc. in Norcross, GA is looking for an on-site contract
Technical Writer. 

The Technical Writer will be working closely with System and Engineering
Departments in the formulation of technical and training documentation.
He/she will plan, schedule, and coordinate work efforts according to
established policies and procedures. The purpose of this position is to
create accurate, effective service publications and projects, within a
?deadline driven? environment that meet the quality and cost expectations
of service management. Job responsibilities include: production of
technical service documentation; manage vendors for illustrations/graphics
and vended technical writing as required; develop graphics, charts, and
diagram illustrations for technical publications.

A bachelor degree in English, Journalism, or Technical writing is
required. An MS degree in Technical Communications is a plus. Senior level
writers ONLY. Writing samples will be required. References will be
checked. Must be flexible and able to work OT when necessary. Must have
the ability to follow standardized processes, templates, and formats.

Minimum 6-8 years experience developing, editing, and producing technical,
training, and graphical documentation for information technology systems.
He/she must have a thorough understanding and knowledge of
telecommunications DWDM technology and possess excellent technical writing
and grammatical skills with the ability to write to various audiences.

LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY. RELOCATION PACKAGE IS NOT AVAILABLE

For more detailed information, see
http://www.techwr-l.com/techwhirl/employment/index.php3?action=viewjob&cat=Technical+Writer&id=98fa6018b85c1208206a8601b743c205





Send Resumes To
careers -at- movaz -dot- com

04/27/05-05/03/05
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SITE UPDATE: Introducing New Columnist, Derek Torres

TECHWR-L welcomes Derek Torres, author of the new column on independent
technical writing, Greetings from the Other Side of the Fence. Check out
his first column, where he asks you if you've got the right stuff to go
independent. (The physical's optional!)

04/27/05-05/03/05
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SOFTWARE: Database Documentation Tools

Use SchemaToDoc to export MS-SQL and Oracle metadata to an easy-to-read
Word document. The program documents:

  * Primary Keys
  * Field Information (type, size, defaults, nullable)
  * Indexes
  * Check Constraints
  * Descriptions
  * Foreign Keys
  * Triggers

Use QueryToDoc to export MS-SQL and Oracle query results to tables in a
Word document.

Free downloads at http://www.schematodoc.com or contact

support -at- schematodoc -dot- com

04/26/05-05/02/05
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ANNOUNCE: TECHWR-L Dinner Plans at STC 2005!

Attention Whirlers!

You've met in the virtual realm of TECHWR-L. How would you like to meet in
person? Join me and fellow Whirlers for dinner at the STC Conference in
Seattle, Washington at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, May 9, 2005.


"I'm a Whirler" T-Shirts

Each day, Sunday-Wednesday, the first five (5) people who find me at the
conference will receive a free commemorative STC 2005 "I'm a Whirler
T-Shirt"! T-shirts are also available for purchase, with a 20% discount if
you sign up for the TECHWR-L dinner in Seattle. Can't make it to the
conference? Have your t-shirt shipped for only $4.


You'll find all the details at:
http://www.techwr-l.com/ct.php?link=http://www.techwr-l.com/techwhirl/STC2005/index.html


I hope to see you there!

Lisa B.
lisa -at- techwr-l -dot- com

04/22/05-04/28/05
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ArchiText Inc. ? The End-to-End Localization Solution Based on ABREVE®

Which of these things is most important to you?
* In country, subject matter expert translators providing world-class 
  quality translations 
* Good communication between you and your dedicated project manager 
* Proper planning to ensure that your project?s deliverables are exactly 
  to your specifications
* Getting the required work done while staying within your budget

At ArchiText, we believe that each of these issues is equally important,
and one should not come at the cost of another.  Our End-to-End
Localization Solution based on ABREVE® allows for top quality localization
at a cost that is 20-40% less than what you are currently spending.  While
reducing costs, our patent-pending ABREVE® methodology improves your
content?s usability, decreases the content?s volume, and increases the
leveragability of your translation memories (yes, you read that right).

Sound like a miracle?  Contact us today and we will prove it to you!  Come
discover why our client retention ratio is better than 90%.

About ArchiText Inc.

Founded in 1994 by Hans Fenstermacher, ArchiText Inc. is a privately held
company headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, that offers translation
and localization as well as content globalization and authoring services
to Fortune 2000 companies.

ArchiText pioneered the End-to-End Localization Solution based on ABREVE®,
a solution that streamlines content, increases the leveragability of
translation memories, and reduces word count in the source language to
save clients 20-40% or more on localization. ABREVE® maintains the
integrity of information and ensures clear, concise, consistent, and
correct communication for all global audiences, while increasing
productivity and usability.

For more information please visit our website:
http://www.techwr-l.com/ct.php?link=http://www.architext-usa.com
Or send us an email: info -at- architext-usa -dot- com

04/19/05-05/02/05
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ANNOUNCE: New! WebWorks OnTime: On-Demand, Custom ePublishing
Service

For the first time, WebWorks Services is offering Quadralay
Corporation's content conversion expertise to work directly on
your project, to produce your online content directly from your
Word documents, FrameMaker books, or XML content. No training, no
tools, no learning curve, and you can have your documents converted
to virtually any format, customized to your specifications.*

With over 11 years of content conversion experience, we are able to
put on-demand ePublishing within reach of any organization, small
or large. Our Basic Plan for Word or FrameMaker starts at just $99
for up to 1000 pages!

Add localization to your OnTime order to make the most of your
on-demand ePublishing investment. WebWorks OnTime offers expert
translation of your content into one or multiple languages.**

For more information, visit www.webworks.com/ontime or contact an
OnTime Service Representative at 512.719.3399 ext.503
*Certain terms and conditions apply. See Web site for details.
**Translations provided by Adams Globalization.

11/02/04-12/30/05
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