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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

    Microsoft SQL Server

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Star Schema, Microsoft SQL Servers, Database Design, Relational Databases, Data Integrity, Database Development, Data Integration, SQL, Transaction Processing, Power BI, Data Warehousing, Database Management, Transact-SQL, Data Maintenance, Databases, Query Languages, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Systems, Data Management

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    149 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Security Principles in Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, DevSecOps, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Network Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, IT Automation, General Networking, Cloud Technologies, Computer Networking, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Digital Transformation

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    279 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAP

    Designing an SAP Solution

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Design, User Feedback, Technical Consulting, Solution Design, Solution Architecture, SAP Applications, Technical Communication, Requirements Analysis, Business Analysis, Business Requirements, Requirements Elicitation, Gap Analysis, Customer Engagement, Communication

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    96 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Indian School of Business

    Creating a Portfolio

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Trading, Investment Management, Performance Analysis, Text Mining, Technical Analysis, Market Analysis, Risk Management, Financial Regulation, Risk Analysis, Benchmarking, Compliance Reporting

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    320 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Artificial Intelligence: An Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Responsible AI, Computer Science, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning

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    191 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Khalifa University

    Arabic for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Cultural Sensitivity, Writing, Grammar, Oral Expression, Literacy, Verbal Communication Skills, Student-Centred Learning

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    122 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    The Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Cryptography, Distributed Computing, Transaction Processing, Payment Systems, Emerging Technologies, Digital Assets, Software Systems, Computer Systems, Software Architecture, Data Integrity, Network Analysis

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    176 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Wesleyan University

    Writing a Personal Essay

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Detail Oriented

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    86 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Optical Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Equipment Design, Performance Tuning, Image Quality, Engineering Calculations, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Hardware Design, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Computer-Aided Design, Systems Engineering, Image Analysis, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Design Process, Numerical Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Analysis, Laboratory Equipment, Design Software, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

    Build toward a degree

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Data Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Infographics, Data Ethics, Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Drive Engagement

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    170 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    .Net Full Stack Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Application Frameworks, Program Development, Development Environment, Microsoft Visual Studio

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Project Valuation and the Capital Budgeting Process

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Project Finance, Business Valuation, Depreciation, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Corporate Tax

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    227 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Microsoft SQL Server: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Security Principles in Cloud Computing: Google Cloud
  • Designing an SAP Solution: SAP
  • Creating a Portfolio : Indian School of Business
  • Artificial Intelligence: An Overview: Politecnico di Milano
  • Arabic for Beginners: Khalifa University
  • The Blockchain: University of California, Irvine
  • Writing a Personal Essay: Wesleyan University
  • Optical Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Storytelling: Fractal Analytics

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