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World Congress 2022 • Jun 15, 2022

Humanizing Your Documentation

Carolyn Stransky

Stop writing dry reference manuals. Centering the human user in your documentation reduces cognitive load and builds trust. Learn to write clear, inclusive technical guides.

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