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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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    Coursera

    Python Scripting for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Devops Tools, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Program Development

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Sustainable Textile Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Business, Strategic Sourcing, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Digital Transformation, Environment and Resource Management, Supply Chain Management, Case Studies

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Learn to Teach Java: Sequences, Primitive Types and Using Objects

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Teaching, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Digital pedagogy, Technical Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to AI: Key Concepts and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Model Evaluation, Performance Metric, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Strategic Leadership, Responsible AI, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Quality, Model Deployment, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Resource Utilization, System Requirements, Data Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Advanced Deep Learning Methods for Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Model Deployment, Keras (Neural Network Library), Applied Machine Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Machine Learning Methods, Tensorflow, Transfer Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Technical Writing, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Statistical Reporting, Health Informatics, Medical Science and Research, Graph Theory, Unsupervised Learning, Network Analysis, Python Programming

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Mastering Excel Essentials to Enhance Business Value

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Entry, Spreadsheet Software, Data Management, Business Analysis, Decision Making, Business Modeling, Analytics, Report Writing

    Build toward a degree

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Khalifa University

    Arabic for Beginners: Communicating in Arabic Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Cultural Sensitivity, Vocabulary, Writing, Oral Expression, Grammar

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Grundlagen der Unfallchirurgie

    Skills you'll gain: Surgical Suturing, Orthopedics, Wound Care, Trauma Care, Splinting, Surgery, Neurology, Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, Rehabilitation, Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Treatment Planning, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology, Clinical Assessment, Diagnostic Tests

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Salesforce

    Representante de desarrollo de ventas de Salesforce

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Sales Development, Growth Mindedness, Oral Expression, Lead Generation, Time Management, Customer Relationship Management, Active Listening, Enthusiasm, Constructive Feedback, Consultative Selling, Verbal Communication Skills, Prospecting and Qualification, Inside Sales, Interpersonal Communications, Technical Sales, Cultural Diversity, Interviewing Skills, Salesforce, Storytelling

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Applied Natural Language Processing in Engineering Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Model Evaluation, Embeddings, Text Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    少年福利與權利 (Welfare and Rights of Youth)

    Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Social Work, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Case Studies, Working With Children, Social Sciences, Empowerment, Social Justice, Public Policies, Human Development, Culture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    46 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Copenhagen Business School

    AI and the Illusion of Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Learning, Statistical Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Computational Thinking, Human Computer Interaction, Social Impact

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Python Scripting for DevOps: Coursera
  • Sustainable Textile Manufacturing: Politecnico di Milano
  • Learn to Teach Java: Sequences, Primitive Types and Using Objects: University of California San Diego
  • Introduction to AI: Key Concepts and Applications: Johns Hopkins University
  • Advanced Deep Learning Methods for Healthcare: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Mastering Excel Essentials to Enhance Business Value: Illinois Tech
  • Arabic for Beginners: Communicating in Arabic Culture: Khalifa University
  • Grundlagen der Unfallchirurgie: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Representante de desarrollo de ventas de Salesforce: Salesforce
  • Applied Natural Language Processing in Engineering Part 1: Northeastern University

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