If you are an aspiring technical writer, you won’t want to miss the upcoming presentation, Getting a Job in Technical Writing with Aaron Redshaw.
What You’ll Learn
Getting a Job in Technical Writing, written and presented by Aaron Redshaw, you’ll hear practical steps you can take to become a technical writer. You’ll get Aaron’s insights on what works and doesn’t work, specifically in the technology-focused Bay Area, and you’ll get tools and methods for learning some of the highly sought-after technical subjects, including:
- Programming languages
- API documentation
- Git
- And more
You can also access the resources referenced throughout the presentation. The document link below contains the presentation slides, an action plan, practical advice, and links to additional books and resources for a one-stop, getting-started toolkit that will help you on your path.
Access the Presentation Resources
Meet Aaron Redshaw, Technical Programmer Writer
Aaron Redshaw grew up in rain-soaked Oregon but moved to sunny California soon after high school. He has had many jobs over the years, including being a high school English teacher for fifteen years. Expert Support was instrumental in helping Aaron launch his technical writing career. Now he’s paying it forward by sharing his story and helping other potential writers find a way to enter the field. Aaron currently works with Amazon on the Developer Research and Education (DRE) team producing documentation for devices and services, including Fire Tablets, Fire TV, Echo Show, along with several other areas. He is married, has two teenage boys, and lives in Santa Cruz.
Interested in Becoming a Technical Writer?
Expert Support has helped many technology professionals and writers along their path to becoming successful technical writers. You can start with our Tips for Becoming a Technical Writer. If you think you have what it takes and you’re ready to start applying for technical writing jobs, you can also check out our current openings.