If you have been following this blog and are searching for global resources to make a great career in technical writing, this post would help you understand from where can you start.
It would be really good if you can find a renowned local institution for technical writing in or near your city (It would be difficult for me to jot to three best schools at every location :) ). But, the most prevalent method of learning is taking online courses. These courses are a good way to start off your knowledge exercise.
I would briefly provide a list of top three types of online courses I have heard of:
Apart from these institutes, Internet has a huge pool of informative blogs and websites by international authors. These writers have vast experience in technical communication and provide all the latest updates in the market.
Here are few of the free resources you can start with:
- http://en.wikiversity.org/wiki/Technical_writing
- http://www.twin-india.org/TWIN_Book.chm
- http://www.twin-india.org/TWIN_Book2.chm
- http://www.prismnet.com/~hcexres/textbook/
Along with the learning, the best way to understand technical documentation is working on a freelancing project or getting employment. So, the next post would be how to get into the market with your acquired skills.
