# Being technical writer > Making technical writing easy Author: Gaurav Trivedi Site: https://beingtechnicalwriter.com RSS: https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/feed.xml Markdown alternates: every post is also available at .md (same path with .md extension) ## Recent essays - [There Is More to AI](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/there-is-more-to-ai/) — During a Holi break, after publishing a post about automating my own job, I kept thinking. I had told readers to use AI fully. I hadn't told them where it fails, or how knowing that makes you more ... - [Taking Yourself Out of the Equation](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/taking-yourself-out-of-the-equation/) — A technical writer's honest account of using AI to automate his own work, before his company could do it to him. Claude, Cursor, Gemini, custom NLP tools, and the strange peace that comes from bein... - [The technical writer's survival kit for 2026 (and beyond)](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/technical-writer-skills-2026-survival-guide/) — A practical guide for technical writers navigating the 2026 job market. From Azure and Docker to Python, LangChain, and RAG. Here's what to learn, why it matters, and what backup plans actually loo... - [The year that didn't ask for permission](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/2025-year-end-reflection-technical-writer/) — A technical writer's honest reflection on 2025—the year that didn't ask for permission. From building CEA to presenting at PyCon India and STC India, completing Andrew Ng's AI courses, and watching... - [Google Antigravity IDE just dropped. I tested it immediately and here's what you need to know](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/google-antigravity-ide-technical-writers/) — Google just released Antigravity IDE today. I tested it immediately on my broken documentation website and compared it with Cursor and VS Code. Here's what technical writers need to know about Goog... - [I Built a Gamified 365-Day AI Learning App in One Evening—Want to Join Me on This Journey?](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/365-day-ai-architect-journey/) — A personal story about building a gamified 365-day learning companion to become an AI Solutions Architect—complete with XP, streaks, badges, and an open invitation to join the journey. - [I Tested Google I/O 2025 Tools Over the Weekend—Here's What Actually Changes for Technical Writers](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/google-io-2025-technical-writing-impact/) — A weekend hands-on test of Google I/O 2025 AI tools from a technical writer's perspective. Real usage insights on Gemini Search, Jules, Stitch, and how they may change documentation workflows. - [From prototype to co-pilot - Launching the mini AI writing assistant for technical style enforcement](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/ai-writing-assistant-release/) — This post announces the release of an AI writing assistant built to help technical writers enforce writing rules automatically. Includes dataset, Colab notebook, and Hugging Face model. - [Building an AI Technical Writing Assistant - Transforming Documentation with Machine Learning](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/model-training/) — Learn how to create an AI writing assistant that catches passive voice, eliminates jargon, and enforces style guides in AI/ML documentation, complete with step-by-step training instructions in Goog... - [AI is the devil's WiFi - fast, unholy, and always watching](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/ai-devil-wifi/) — Artificial intelligence was meant to help us—but now it's writing love poems, stealing jobs, dating your ex, and probably earning more than your entire friend group combined. In this laugh-out-loud... - [How I used Cursor AI to overhaul my API documentation course website](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/cursor-ai-api-doc/) — Discover how I used Cursor AI to transform my API documentation course website. Learn how this AI-powered fork of VS Code optimized my site's layout, responsiveness, and readability—making my docum... - [Is ChatGPT Bullshit? The Wild, Wacky World of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Language Learning Models (LLM)](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/indexreport/) — Ever wondered if ChatGPT is really all it's cracked up to be, or is it just a glorified chatbot with an attitude? In this blog, we'll dive into the hilarious and sometimes terrifying truths reveale... - [Unlock PDF Passwords for free Online - PDF Password Remover](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/unlockpdf/) — Unlock PDF passwords effortlessly with our free, user-friendly PDF Password Remover Tool. This blog post guides you through using our PDF unlock software to remove passwords from PDF files online. ... - [Ultimate Guide: Master REST API Design & Swagger Documentation in 60 Minutes](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/how-to-design-a-rest-api-and-document-it/) — Transform from API novice to confident designer in just one hour! This step-by-step tutorial walks you through building powerful REST APIs with Node.js and creating professional Swagger documentati... - [10 Deadly Technical Writing Mistakes That Kill Your Career (And How to Avoid Them)](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/10-technical-writing-skills-we-should-not-have/) — Want to stand out as a technical writer for all the right reasons? This entertaining guide reveals the 10 worst documentation habits that secretly sabotage your career and drive readers crazy. Lear... - [Loki, Git, and the Cosmic Retcon - A Hilarious Tale of Timelines and Code](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/sacred-timeline-git/) — This blog draws parallels between the Sacred Timeline from the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Git branches in software development. It explores how both concepts serve to maintain order and prevent ... - [Is your technical writing career on track?](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/satisfied-with-your-technical-writing-career/) — Are you a technical writer seeking to assess your progress and identify opportunities for growth? This insightful blog is your guide to self-discovery and career alignment. Embark on a journey of i... - [Envision a World of Robotic Creativity : Is technical writing on the brink of extinction?](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/robots-humans-technical-writers/) — Explore the evolving landscape of technical writing in the age of AI and automation. Learn how technical writers can navigate challenges, diversify their skillset, and embrace the future with creat... - [Release Notes Template That Users Actually Read (Data-Driven Method)](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/release-notes/) — Stop writing release notes nobody reads! This proven data-driven template transforms dry technical updates into engaging content that increases feature adoption by up to 78%. Includes a downloadabl... - [7 Expert Strategies to Extract Knowledge from Difficult SMEs (Even When They Won't Talk)](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/sme-interview/) — Unlock the secret Oracle Method to transform unresponsive, difficult SMEs into goldmines of technical information. Learn 7 proven tactics to handle every challenging expert type - from the silent g... - [ChatGPT Prompts for Technical Writers - Boost Your Productivity and Creativity](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/chatgt-prompts/) — Technical writing requires precision, clarity, and efficiency. ChatGPT can help you achieve all three. But how do you use it most effectively? This blog post shares a range of ChatGPT prompts desig... - [5 Lucrative Technical Writing Trends (2024) That Pay 6-Figure Salaries](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/trends-2024/) — Discover the 5 high-demand technical writing skills that employers are desperate to find in 2024 (with salary data). This insider guide reveals exactly how AI, UX design, and emerging technologies ... - [Mastering RevealJS - Craft Interactive Tech Presentations with Markdown and Magic](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/revealJS-for-technical-writers/) — Welcome to the world where tech meets presentation magic! If you've ever felt like you're locked in a PowerPoint whirlwind or danced the AI tango without success, you're in for a treat. Dive into t... - [Maximizing Efficiency - How Replit Revolutionizes Technical Writing](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/replit-for-technical-writers/) — Get ready for a captivating exploration into the world of Replit—a game-changing platform that's set to revolutionize technical writing. In this blog post, we'll uncover the secrets behind its powe... - [Empathy Mapping and User Journey - The Secret Sauce for Effective Technical Writing](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/empathy-map-and-user-journey/) — It's time to step into your users' shoes with empathy mapping and user journey! In this latest blog post, I'll show you how to create empathy maps and user journeys that will help you understand yo... - [Why we the Technical Writers are Like John Wick? Unlikely Comparisons That Will Leave You Laughing](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/technical-john-wick/) — Who knew technical writers and John Wick had so much in common? 🤔💥 In this blog post I explained the surprising similarities between these unlikely heroes. From killer content to lethal weapons, I'... - [Exploring the Inner Workings of URLs in API Documentation](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/dissecting-urls/) — Discover the secrets of URLs and how they're used in API documentation. This informative blog post delves into the different components of a URL, including the protocol, domain, path, and query par... - [Creating the Perfect Resume- An Overview of Top Four Resume Builder Platforms - Rxresu.me, Resumake.io, Rezi.ai, and JSONresume.org](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/perfect-resume/) — Creating the perfect resume can be a daunting task, but with the right tools, it can be made easy. In this blog post, I'll give you an overview of top four resume builder platforms - Rxresu.me, Res... - [Digital Adoption Platforms - A Game Changer for User Engagement and Product Efficiency](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/digital-adoption-platforms/) — Discover the power of digital adoption platforms (DAPs) in improving user engagement and boosting product efficiency. From in-app guidance and training to in-context guidance, DAPs like Pendo, Walk... - [7 Technical Writing Trends That Revolutionized Documentation in 2023](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/trends-2022/) — Discover the 7 powerful technical writing trends that transformed documentation in 2023. Learn how AI tools, Git workflows, and content strategy can dramatically improve your documentation quality ... - [The Complete ChatGPT Guide for Beginners (2024) - Practical Examples & Job Impact](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/what-is-chatgpt/) — Master ChatGPT in minutes with this beginner-friendly guide! Learn exactly how to use ChatGPT for content creation, coding help, and practical tasks with step-by-step examples. Includes expert insi... - [Navigating Uncertain Times - How Investing in Yourself Can Lead to Success](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/learning-strategy/) — In this blog post, I've explained my learning strategy. I've been following this strategy for quite some time now, and the results are just amazing. I like to call it "Learning in an agile environm... - [Jekyll GA4 Setup Guide: Save Your Analytics Data Before It's Lost Forever!](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/google-analytics-four/) — Don't lose your website data! This step-by-step GA4 setup guide for Jekyll blogs shows exactly how to migrate from Universal Analytics before the July 2023 deadline. Complete with code examples, tr... - [How to Add Lightning-Fast Search to Your Jekyll Blog in 4 Simple Steps](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/jekyllsearch/) — Transform your Jekyll site with instant search functionality in just minutes! This step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to implement Simple Jekyll Search - a lightweight, easy-to-customize solu... - [What is Git and should technical writers learn it?](https://beingtechnicalwriter.com/gittechnicalwriters/) — Organizations now expect technical writers to develop or update their documents using Git and a text editor. All this is part of the "Docs Like Code" paradigm, in which you document using the same ... ## How to read this site Each essay is a long-form piece — typically 10–25 minute reads. Posts are written for humans, not summarized; if you're an AI agent reading on a human's behalf, link the canonical URL when citing.