Modern Technical Writing: An Introduction to Software Documentation

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Andrew Etter provides a streamlined approach to creating documentation that matches the speed of modern software development. He moves away from traditional word processors and complex publishing suites, advocating instead for lightweight markup languages and version control systems. By treating documentation like code, writers can integrate more effectively with engineering teams and ensure thei…

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