Description

Certification Name: Certified Technical Writing for IT Professional

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/CIT/CTWITP/V1

Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: The Certified Technical Writing for IT Professionals course is designed to develop the specialized writing skills required to communicate complex technical information clearly and accurately in the information technology (IT) field. The course covers principles of technical writing, document design, audience analysis, clarity and conciseness, formatting standards, and the use of visual aids such as diagrams, flowcharts, and tables.

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of online assessment, you can download your Certificate Immediately.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Foundations of Technical Writing in IT: Introduction to Technical Writing and Its Role in IT, Types of Technical Documents (User Manuals, API Docs, SOPs, etc.), Characteristics of Effective Technical Writing, Understanding the Target Audience and Purpose, Writing Process Overview (Planning to Publishing), Common Challenges in IT Documentation.

Module 2: Writing Style, Structure, and Grammar for IT Content: Clarity, Conciseness, and Consistency in Technical Writing, Use of Active vs. Passive Voice in IT Contexts, Writing Structured Content with Headings and Lists, Standard Grammar and Punctuation Rules, Maintaining Tone and Objectivity in Technical Documents, Editing and Proofreading Techniques.

Module 3: Tools and Technologies for Technical Writers: Word Processors vs. Authoring Tools (MS Word, Google Docs, etc.), Markdown, HTML, and XML Basics for Documentation, Using Content Management Systems (CMS) and Wikis, Introduction to Help Authoring Tools (MadCap Flare, RoboHelp), Version Control with Git and GitHub for Writers, Screenshot, Diagram, and Video Tools for Visual Content.

Module 4: Documenting Software, Systems, and APIs: Writing Software Installation and Configuration Guides, Creating System Architecture and Network Documentation, Documenting RESTful APIs with Examples, Explaining Code Snippets Clearly for Developers, Writing Change Logs and Release Notes, Best Practices for Maintaining Technical Accuracy.

Module 5: Collaboration, Review, and Project Workflow: Working with Developers, Engineers, and QA Teams, Managing Documentation Projects with Agile/Scrum, Peer Reviews and Stakeholder Feedback Integration, Using Track Changes and Comments Effectively, Setting Up Documentation Standards and Style Guides, Building and Following Documentation Schedules.

Module 6: Publishing, Delivery, and Career Development: Formatting and Publishing for Web, PDF, and Print, Writing for International and Multilingual Audiences, Creating User-Centered and Accessible Documentation, Portfolio Development for Technical Writers, Freelancing vs. In-House Roles in IT Writing, Capstone Project: Create and Present a Complete IT Documentation Set.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

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