The next Tech Comm Café in Victoria is on Wednesday, November 7, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Write about Write the Docs
There’s homework for this meeting. Come prepared to share and discuss one thing you find valuable about Write the Docs. Write 30 words describing what that thing is and why you like it. Share a URL that illustrates your point. Don’t stress. Keep it simple and fun. Be ready to speak for 3 minutes. Don’t know Write the Docs? This is your chance to learn.
Everyone is welcome, but only if you RSVP. If you plan to attend, please RSVP on meetup.com.
Location
Breakwater Tasting Room, 199 Dallas Rd, Victoria, BC. This is the bar below Breakwater Bistro.
Agenda
Introductions: Take 60 seconds to introduce yourself, your background, current activities. A good chance to try out that new elevator speech.
Announcements: If you know of an event or a job opening, or you’re looking for work, share it with the group.
Topic: Write about Write the Docs. We’ll take turns sharing and discussing what we like about Write the Docs. Come prepared.
Good Questions: Ask a nagging question and get a simple answer without judgement. A great opportunity for new writers to gain understanding.
Wrap-up: Decide on a topic, date, and location for the next meeting.
The Tech Comm Café provides networking opportunities, job leads, answers to work-related dilemmas, and a burst of professional energy to keep you motivated. We welcome anyone who’s interested in technical communication — contractor, in-house, student, long-time tech writer, STC member, non-member, career-changer, or recruiter. We hope to see you there!
Andrew McFallon is freelance technical writer living in Victoria.