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From UI to API: Building Versatile Technical Writing Skills

Presented by

Mark Wentowski > Host: Dawn Stevens

About this talk

As the tech industry focuses more on developer experience, the need for high-quality API documentation is growing. This presentation outlines the transition from user interface (UI) documentation to effective API documentation, emphasizing the differences in audience expectations, content structure, and technical depth. Participants will discover the essential skills needed to be an effective API technical writer. This session also offers strategies for enhancing technical expertise, collaborating with engineering teams, and utilizing tools like Swagger/OpenAPI. Whether you're a technical writer considering a shift or a team leader looking to support this transition, this talk offers practical guidance and encouragement for a confident leap into API documentation. Can’t make it? Register, and we’ll send you a link you can use to watch a recording when it’s convenient for you. Let's Talk Technical Documentation is brought to you by The Content Wrangler, Comtech Services, and is sponsored by Heretto, a powerful component content management system (CCMS) platform for deploying help and API documentation in a single portal designed to delight your customers.
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