In 2016, I was given a beaglebone black from cfengine to write up instructions to use with Yocto. Originally, they hired me to do this on pi. Promised more work but this was a write up for a conference and was not transparent. The idea was to teach at the 8th grade level. However, as I moved along with instructions, it was clear my own bright 8th grader was having issues following along.
Using technical writers who are familiar with the product can improve design, functionality and usability. Developers can identify defects and often may know at least one solution. Working with technical writers, developers and add features, improve current features and fast track design.
Often, writers are editors, only taking content and improving layout, not usability. Find a GNU Linux writer who is also a developer and you get a 2fer.
I was once introduced by Rick Moen as a triple threat: Dev, Writer, Law
Sometimes I joke about being a unicorn.
As a technical writer, understanding copyright and trademark is essential. Being able to automate documentation processes for fun is efficient, and improving workflows is effective!
This was a great time. I did a lightning talk with my daughter, Justina. The q and a portion went past 30 extra minutes and we had to stop. Loved the interactions and communication with developers interested in making their tools, applications and utilities more accessible friendly!
Worked on a few projects. Held workshops at Arizona State University for the Linux User Group, Gangplank makerspace, Linux + Pi at a tea shop, and Queen Creek Library. BDFL of Copper Linux, a GNU Linux User Group. Created an image with Deep Learning tools and OpenCV.
