Think - Solve -
Communicate
There are many ways to learn and do. I work best when I can consider a problem using user-centered research, plan a solution based on usability and accessibility testing, and effectively communicate the results to the intended audience.
John Huston…
Likes process and design: left and right.
Is a technical writer and UI/UX designer and researcher.
Has a background in book publishing and editing.
Was a military helicopter pilot.
For John, process is a passion.
“Technical writers have morphed from ‘writers’ to ‘communicators’ of technical content, and they must understand which tools most effectively convey information to their audience.”
The steps…
Learn the subject.
Consider the audience.
Interpret the material.
Decide on a communication strategy.
Circle back.
The fine print…
John is from Portland, Oregon. He has a B.A. in history, a B.S. in aeronautics, an M.S. in book publishing, and he is finishing an M.S. in technical/professional writing. He believes understanding how to communicate from one group to another is how we grow our culture, technology, and the technical writing community.