Technical writer
What does a technical writer do?
Duties and tasks
- Transform complex information into documentation (manuals, text books, handbooks) that can be easily understood by the intended audience.
- Conduct extensive research and write technical and information-based content.
- Analyse and understand the need of the target audiences to ensure documentation aligns with their requirements.
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