How to Define Information Granularity in Technical Writing
Defining granularity, that is, how granular information topics should be is a perennial dilemma in technical writing. A dilemma is a situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two equally undesirable alternatives. The movie “Sophie’s Choice” (1982) depicts how dramatic and terrible such dilemmas can get. Thankfully, the similar granularity dilemmas…
Read MoreResume Cliches to Avoid
© Ugur Akinci When writing a resume either stay away from cliche phrases or explain exactly what you mean by them. Cliche expressions used at face value, without any further details, will fail to impress your potential employer. Without any details, your resume will not stand out among the competition and will be DOA (Dead On…
Read MoreTechnical Communication Certificate Program at NOVA, Northern Virginia
© Ugur Akinci Here is yet another Technical Communication Certificate Program at NOVA, Northern Virginia Community College. “Professional Writing for Business, Government, and Industry Certificate“ The NOVA catalog reads: “This certificate program prepares participants to write with expertise in professional contexts. The curriculum provides skills needed by currently employed or potential writers in business, government, and…
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