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Technical Writing Courses

Technical writing courses can help you learn how to create clear documentation, write user manuals, develop online help systems, and produce technical reports. You can build skills in audience analysis, information design, and effective editing techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Markdown for formatting, Adobe FrameMaker for document creation, and content management systems for organizing and publishing materials.


Popular Technical Writing Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    Optimizing Your Workflow with GitHub Copilot and VS Code

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Test Case, Version Control, Code Review, Microsoft Visual Studio, GitHub, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools, Software Configuration Management, Software Documentation, Application Lifecycle Management, Program Development, Technical Documentation, Project Planning, Project Management, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Politics and Ethics of Data Analytics in the Public Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Policy Analysis, Analytical Skills, Case Studies, Data Analysis, Responsible AI, Public Policies, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Governance, R Programming, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dell

    Selling with Confidence

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Closing (Sales), Value Propositions, Selling Techniques, Sales Presentation, Technical Sales, Inside Sales, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Sales, Business Communication, Outside Sales, Customer Service

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Writing Secure Code in C++

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, Computer Programming Tools, System Programming, C++ (Programming Language), C (Programming Language), Software Development Tools, Exploit development, Debugging, Programming Principles, Embedded Systems, Interoperability, Unix, Vulnerability Assessments, Unix Commands, Operating Systems, Data Security, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Data Validation

    2.8
    Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Capstone: Preparing to work as a Cloud Support Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Software Architecture, Technical Support, Solution Architecture, Application Design, Amazon Web Services, End User Training and Support, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Technical Communication, Technical Documentation, Scalability

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Street Experiments for Sustainable and Resilient cities

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Program Evaluation, Community Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Design, Research, Cultural Diversity, Adaptability, Collaboration, Case Studies, Critical Thinking

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    PwC India

    GST - when, where, who and how much?

    Skills you'll gain: Tax Preparation, Accounting, Tax Management, Sales Tax, Income Tax, Tax, Tax Laws, Tax Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    SOP Writing Mastery: Craft Statements That Stand Out

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Continuous Improvement Process, Content Creation, Writing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Intercultural Competence, Editing, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Generative AI Agents

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    AI for Lawyers: Obstacles and Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Risk Analysis, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Creativity, Emerging Technologies, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Exploitation techniques, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Unix, Computer Security, Network Monitoring, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cryptographic Protocols, Network Protocols, Cryptography, Security Awareness, Generative AI Agents, Server Side, Web Applications, Machine Learning Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Automated Report Generation with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Digital Transformation, AI Personalization, Automation, Generative AI, Business Reporting, Business Process Automation, Operational Efficiency, Artificial Intelligence, Data Collection, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Nuclear fuel management: a practical approach

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Radiation Protection, Waste Minimization, Process Engineering, Materials science, Production Process, Manufacturing Processes, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Design Specifications, Engineering Calculations, Manufacturing and Production, Environmental Engineering, Cost Estimation, Chemistry, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Safety Standards, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular technical writing courses

  • Optimizing Your Workflow with GitHub Copilot and VS Code: Microsoft
  • Politics and Ethics of Data Analytics in the Public Sector: University of Michigan
  • Selling with Confidence: Dell
  • Writing Secure Code in C++: Infosec
  • Capstone: Preparing to work as a Cloud Support Associate: Amazon Web Services
  • Street Experiments for Sustainable and Resilient cities: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • GST - when, where, who and how much?: PwC India
  • SOP Writing Mastery: Craft Statements That Stand Out: Board Infinity
  • AI for Lawyers: Obstacles and Opportunities: University of Michigan
  • Security and Ethical Hacking: University of Colorado Boulder

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