by Peter Gustafson | Nov 5, 2019 | API Technical Writer |
After nearly a decade writing API documentation for companies of all sizes, I have a handful of confessions to make. Exported API reference documentation went out with disco. Okay, maybe that’s a stretch. But it’s spot-on when it comes to the struggles...
by Peter Gustafson | Oct 18, 2017 | API Documentation Format |
API technical writer technology & UI/UX skills They possess experience in UI/UX design. As an API technical writer, they thrive helping build exceptional user experiences. Can they edit or manage the publishing of API reference documentation? I hope so. These...
by Peter Gustafson | Aug 3, 2017 | API Dev Docs, API Doc Guides |
To be honest, this is a post I’ve wanted to write for years. However, because of my commitment to clients and projects, I’ve restrained myself from spouting off about the 800 lb. gorilla. This sneaky monster-like breakdown is breeding throughout many...
by Peter Gustafson | Aug 2, 2017 | Technology |
As uncommon as it may be for technical writers, I’m a card-carrying JIRA/Confluence loyalist. Perhaps even a fanatic. The plethora of management tracking is nearly as instantaneous as instant replay during NFL games on TV. Back in 2011, I was contacted by a...
by Peter Gustafson | Mar 11, 2016 | Rest API Documentation |
Hmmm… you’re probably wondering. Why am I writing about UI design on a technical writer’s site? Good question. Perhaps it’s the product tester in me. A project I collaborated on a while back was considered the granddaddy of them all according...