All About Technical Writing

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Technical writing as a profession - how to write technical articles

Article writing on a technical matter includes technical terms and phrases. Thus it seems to be quite a difficult task to write an attractive writing without compromising its seriousness and technicality. So before start up you must know some tricks and strategies. Here are some ideas for you. Have a look.

Structure of a technical article -

First you have to think of a proper structure for your article. The basic structure would be the same like other articles. However, the content and manner as it is quite obvious will be completely different. In the introductory part you must describe a topic. If it is a research article then you first describe the main topic you have researched on.  

The body of the article should be divided into the following categories.

*Description – If it is a technical object then describe the function of it. Go for an elaborate description. Write short sentences and don't use unnecessary mechanical terms. If it is a research paper based on a particular research work, then describe the reaction and function thoroughly.

*Functions – In this portion its usability or function should be described. You can use bullets to write more than one function of the object or reaction.

*Hazards – In this part you must write about some difficulties or hazards it can give. However, you must end it up with the possible solutions.

*Conclusion – In the conclusion part you must include some more information and research ideas on it. The end part should be short, crisp and to the point.

Technical writing as a profession -

Article writing for the technical purpose can give you a lucrative career. Many business sector and industries including chemical industry, robotics, electronics and biotechnology industries hire skilled technical writers   to write about their products. Only technical writers can write an elaborate writing both for the technical and non technical clients. Many software companies also hire technical writes for the software documentation and certification. Article writing for a technical object can offer you various positions in the entertainment sector. Various journals and news paper house also require these writers.

You can also pursue your career as an individual Contributor in several business sectors. These persons usually work as a team with the software developers.

Some essential tips –

1. Though you have to use technical terms, however try to write articles in an attractive manner.

2. You can add some personal touch to your writing. Although too much peppy style might make the article cheep.

3. No grammatical mistakes or typing error should be there. Your writing must be completely error free. Thus before publishing checks it at least twice. You can also take help of some spell check software available online. Some of them are downloadable as well.

4. Divide your article into several short paragraphs.  

Thus Article writing for a technical aspect must satisfy the set criteria. Follow this and get appreciated by the others.

About the Author

Article marketing plays a major role to achieve success in online business. It is very important that the articles you write are top quality. You can submit your article to any article submission directory or use an article directory site.

Girolamo Frescobaldi - Magnificat Sexti Toni.


all about technical writing
all about technical writing