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Vasuda Palliyani

@VPalliyani

A friendly, enthusiastic person exploring the prospects of technical communication.

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I found this article useful and interesting. To all budding technical writers, here are a few things you need to know: bit.ly/3wWd0LD

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As a technical writing student, I understand the importance of writing clear, precise, and omitting passive constructions. I am sharing an article on avoiding passive voice, which I found helpful.
techwhirl.com/avoiding-passi…

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We all know, our identity is constantly changing and shaped by our communities and practice. Professional identity is defined as one's professional self-concept based on attributes, beliefs, values, and experiences. A professional identity formation model is given below:

We all know, our identity is constantly changing and shaped by our communities and practice. Professional identity is defined as one's professional self-concept based on attributes, beliefs, values, and experiences. A professional identity formation model is given below: #tcidul
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Here are the top10 tips on writing by Microsoft Style Guide. I found it very helpful and straightforward to understand the basics of simple writing.
docs.microsoft.com/en-us/style-gu…

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'If you want to be a writer, you must do two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot.'
- Stephen King
Read more on my experiences doing the M.A. programme at the University of Limerick:
bit.ly/3m1FsXs

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I found this blog by Tom Johnson with some excellent advice on blogging. As this week wrap up our blog assignment, I believe a look at this would help make some final touches.
idratherbewriting.com/2010/11/29/tec…

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Read more on:
1. Benefits of DITA.
2. What are CCMS?
3. Topic-based authoring.
4. Technical writer's perspective of using CCMS.
vasudapalliyani.wordpress.com/2021/03/14/dit…

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The Procedure (In seven steps)
1. The 5 step flowchart.
2. Break up information into chunks.
3. Analyse the audience.
4. Use graphics.
5. Plain English
6. Edit
7. Proofread

The Procedure (In seven steps) 1. The 5 step flowchart. 2. Break up information into chunks. 3. Analyse the audience. 4. Use graphics. 5. Plain English 6. Edit 7. Proofread #tcidul #writingprocedure
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Managing content at a reusable and scalable granular level rather than a document using Component Content Management Systems (CCMS) is advantageous. @easyDITA is a very reliable tool that turns content flexible, actionable, and manageable.

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Wireframes are a relevant aspect of the UX design process. It represents the initial product concept by demonstrating its two-dimensional skeletal outline. Take a look at bit.ly/3kPUQ8Q to read my experience developing a wireframe using Lucidchart.

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Adobe FrameMaker or MS Word?
I believe this write up is worth sharing. It's precise and gives a brief overview of why technical writers toggle between MS Word and FrameMaker.
technicalcommunicationcenter.com/2021/02/28/ado…

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The European Medical Writers Association (EMWA) is organizing a Professional Development Programme that provides high-quality training for medical writers. It helps medical writers to develop skills in the profession.
Know more:
bit.ly/3dQhT1G

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For my dissertation, I am going to research the importance of visual communication in the health sectors. The project aims to understand how the intellectual use of visuals helps to reinforce a message in the reader's mind.
Know more: bit.ly/3dOle1k

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I believe editing your work is as challenging as the process of writing itself. Here are some tips by Grammarly to effectively edit your writing.
Answer to How can I effectively edit my own writing? by Grammarly quora.com/How-can-I-effe…

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Style Guide tip - 101
TIP-2: If you keep sentences short and simple and use active voice, you probably won’t run into dangling or misplaced modifiers.
Correct: Only the selected text is deleted.
Incorrect: The selected text only is deleted.

Style Guide tip - 101 TIP-2: If you keep sentences short and simple and use active voice, you probably won’t run into dangling or misplaced modifiers. Correct: Only the selected text is deleted. Incorrect: The selected text only is deleted. #technicalwriting #documentation
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E-commerce website 'Myntra' changed its logo after a woman named Naaz Patel lodged a complaint. She claimed that the company's signage was insulting and offensive towards women. Patel alleged that the old logo resembled a naked woman.

E-commerce website 'Myntra' changed its logo after a woman named Naaz Patel lodged a complaint. She claimed that the company's signage was insulting and offensive towards women. Patel alleged that the old logo resembled a naked woman.
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