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DeFi Planet is a digital platform focused on Web3 including Blockchain Technology, Cryptocurrencies and Decentralized Finance (DeFi). Our vision is to serve as ...
DeFi Planet is a digital platform focused on Web3 including Blockchain Technology, Cryptocurrencies and Decentralized Finance (DeFi). Our vision is to serve as ...
DeFi Planet is a digital platform focused on Web3 including Blockchain Technology, Cryptocurrencies and Decentralized Finance (DeFi). Our vision is to serve as ...
DeFi Planet is a digital platform focused on Web3 including Blockchain Technology, Cryptocurrencies and Decentralized Finance (DeFi). Our vision is to serve as ...
AudaCity Capital is a progressive and flourishing prop trading firm, and trading education provider. We are based in London, and at the moment have a team of ...
Resource Intermediaries Limited (RIL) is a company registered in Nigeria to engage in outsourcing services. We focus on three key areas; Human Resource ...
At Mechanic On The Go we redefine the traditional notion of auto care. We're not just mechanics; we're your automotive lifeline, ready to roll wherever you are ...
WFM 91.7 MHz is a Nigerian gender sensitive and specialized radio station licensed by Nigerian Broadcasting Commission to broadcast programs for women and ...
Techie Planet is a top rank software development and technology consulting company that provides high end enterprise software solutions and services of global ...
Software Business Solutions Consulting (SBSC) is a boutique, minority-owned and managed, consulting firm, working with global clients to uncover opportunities ...
Kuda is a full-service, app-based digital bank. Our mission is to be the go-to bank not just for those living on the African continent, but also for the ...
Maybrands is Nigeria�s only FOSSIL products retailer. We are the only licensed store to sell fossil products in Nigeria, these Include; Fossil, Skagen, ...
Janed Web Studio is an experienced Web Design Agency team with over 5 years of experience. We have over 1000 positive reviews from startups all around the ...
BOTAC (Beauty Of Talent And Creativity) Academy is dedicated to training and equipping passionate individuals to pursue and excel in their creative careers. ...
Pulse.ng is Nigeria's popular news platform online highlighting the entertainment, style, and news that are part of and the West African DNA. There are ...
Onyx Beauty Hub is a luxury hair brand that offer wholesale and retail of virgin hair and raw single donor hairs . We offer variety of hair textures, including ...
Technical writing is about simplifying complex things. It is a form of writing discipline that involves communicating complex information to those who need it to carry out a specific task or achieve a certain goal. It is vital to a wide range of businesses and industries because, with it, complex topics and procedures in these fields would be easier to understand.
Some of the components that make technical writing unique include:
The writing must be clear and easy to understand since it is explaining an already difficult concept.
The writing should be well-detailed, leaving no important information out.
It must be well structured, showing step-by-step instructions needed to simplify the concept.
The writing must of course solve a problem and provide enough value to the readers.
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Standard operating procedures (SOPs) are detailed guidelines outlining organizational tasks, promoting seamless operations. It may include everything from processing payroll to manufacturing guidelines and calculating vacation time.
Software Installation Guides
As the name implies, a software installation guide is written to guide users on how to install software. It would usually contain workflows, video tutorials, FAQs, and a troubleshooting guide.
Press Releases
Press releases are formal documents released by organizations to make business-related announcements. It usually highlights how the announcement impacts users and external stakeholders of the organization.
Case Studies and White Papers
Case studies & whitepapers are industry-specific documents that provide real-world examples testifying to an organization’s expertise and value, and are used for lead generation purposes.
They are written to address a particular challenge and require that the writer has an in-depth knowledge of the industry for effective writing.
API Documentation
API documentation helps the customers’ developers of a product interact easily with the product’s code to implement an API effectively. It contains instructions and tutorials to simplify integration with other APIs such as web API, software API, and SCPIs.
Other forms of technical writing include:
User Manuals
Service Level Agreements
Business Proposals
End-user Instructions
Technical Reports
A clear understanding of the product you intend to write on, the functions, solutions it provides, repair, replacement and troubleshooting.
In-depth knowledge of your product’s industry
Proper research skills to understand the content and do a detailed audience analysis.
Strong communication skills to communicate appropriately through writing.
Knowledge of technical writing tools like WordPress, Adobe RoboHelp, Google Docs, etc.
Basic graphics and web design skills.