TechWhirl (TECHWR-L) is a resource for technical writing and technical communications professionals of all experience levels and in all industries to share their experiences and acquire information.
For two decades, technical communicators have turned to TechWhirl to ask and answer questions about the always-changing world of technical communications, such as tools, skills, career paths, methodologies, and emerging industries. The TechWhirl Archives and magazine, created for, by and about technical writers, offer a wealth of knowledge to everyone with an interest in any aspect of technical communications.
Technical writers and lurkers,
Brad mentioned a 3-day session by Horton,
Hackos, et al. I found that the STC meeting was a very intensive and
interesting way to get a preview of such a session. The STC
demonstrations and panels were usually 90 minutes long, and top-notch
multi-media presentations by some of the best authors in the field were
great : informative, enthusiastic, well-prepared. It was nice to see
'Safety Dance,:" the prize-winning video, and the display of the
best books, posters, drawings, etc. at the reception. {Although STC is
expensive, it is a nice way to learn about other
specialities within technical communication, and get some tips from
experts on project management, problem analysis, collaborative writing,
visuals, environmental impact statements, computer games, flight
simulators, etc.
Did anyone else on this TECHWR-L list go to DC?
Karen Griggs
kgriggs -at- niu -dot- edu
