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  * TRAINING: Structured Document Publishing with FrameMaker 7 (NEW)
  * JOB: Technical Writer Needed in Seattle
  * STORY: Dan's going to co-author a book!
  * ANNOUNCE: Localization Management Seminar 22 October Seattle, WA 
  * ANNOUNCEMENT: Welcome Front Runner, New TECHWR-L Annual Sponsor! 
  * TRAINING: Training & Free Workshops - Bright Path Solutions 

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TRAINING: Structured Document Publishing with FrameMaker 7

It is not enough to know how to do structure or how to work in structure.
You must also understand the why of structure and understand what some of
the naming and other convensions should be for working with XML and
FrameMaker 7.

It is not just documentation any more and it is not just a Heading1 or
Level1Head. You now have content that must be recognized as data and that
needs to be named and structured accordingly. And the rules go out the
window on text formatting.  Instead of having one paragraph format that
looks like that you want it to look, you may have multiple formats that
look the same but are used in different circumstances for XML and have
different naming. Plus, you now have pieces of structure to name and to
set up with appropriate "nesting" for re-use or database import.

Bright Path Solutions provides training for FrameMaker 7 that is above and
beyond the norm. We teach you:
- what structure is
- what the benefits of structure really are
- how to write and edit in structure
- how to build new structure (with or without a DTD)
- what XML is about
- why naming matters in structure and formats
- how XML may be part of an enterprise publishing solution
- what XML round trip really means in FrameMaker 7

Come to our training and we will teach you all about structure and XML ...
including the WHY. Coming dates include:

Sep 30-Oct 4: FrameMaker 7 Structured Doc Publishing Boot Camp - RTP NC
Oct 28-29: Very Advanced FrameMaker - RTP NC (includes conversion tables)
Nov 11-15: FrameMaker Structured Document Publishing Boot Camp - RTP NC

Our complete corporate information is on our Web site --
http://www.travelthepath.com . If you have specific questions or would
like to discuss our publishing solutions, call 919.656.2653 or
mailto:info -at- travelthepath -dot- com .

BRIGHT PATH SOLUTIONS
-an Adobe Solution Sales Provider
-an Adobe Certified Training Provider
-a WebWorks University site
-an XML services provider since 1998

09/06/02-09/13/02
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JOB: Technical Writer Needed in Seattle

RESPONSIBILITIES
·Create and maintain end-user documentation, including user
 guides, training guides, and online help, for Envision's
software products.
·Work with developers, use early versions of the product,
and read functional specifications and other technical
documents to determine product functionality and user tasks.
·Develop effective training materials, including training
guides and CBTs.

QUALIFICATIONS
·Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
·Proven ability to communicate complex technical subjects to
 multiple audiences.
·Experience with Framemaker, Authorware, RoboHelp.
·Proven success developing both printed documentation and
online help.
·Experience in the software or telecommunications industries
 is preferred.
·Strong work ethic and desire to work as a member of a team.
·Experience collaborating with software developers.

Contact:

personnel -at- click2coach -dot- com

09/04/02-09/11/02
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STORY: Dan's going to co-author a book!

Dan the technical writer studied the discussion list question.  A fellow
writer wanted to know if anyone had a favorite book of tips on how to
create effective screenshots for software documentation.

With a sudden gasp, Dan could see his future.  Instead of offering a 
suggestion, he would be this author - he would write this book.  Each day,
he would write two pages of serious, instructive prose.  After finishing,
the manuscript would be snapped up by a publisher, and he would begin his
nationwide book tour.  Besides the TV and radio interviews, he'd sign 
autographs at bookstores.  He could almost see the lineup of adoring fans
now.

Might as well start now!  He began his outline:
I. Purchase SnagIt
II. Learn to Use SnagIt
III. Use SnagIt to Capture, Edit and Share Effective Screenshots

"I depend on SnagIt so much, I might have to list its name as co-author,"
Dan thought.
"That's all right," he conceded, "since I'm still the only one that can
give an autograph."

www.techsmith.com


07/15/02-12/31/02
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ANNOUNCE: Localization Management Seminar 22 October Seattle, WA

22 October 2002 SpringHill Suites by Marriot-Seattle, WA

Presenter: Karen Combe
Cost: $895 reduced rates available for more than 1 registration

Description:
The format of the seminar includes both lecture and interactive
discussions, including at least one exercise or case study. At the
conclusion of this seminar, participants will be equipped to make
decisions about how to structure localization for their companies and will
have tools to aid them in managing processes. A principle goal is also to
address attendees' individual issues and problems.

Agenda
Business Models - In-house vs. outsourced resources
Job Descriptions for in-house roles
Vendor selection and qualification
Vendor Management, including business practices and Relationship
Management
Localization Quality Management
Internal Relationship Management
Management Tools

Other seminars being held in Seattle 21-22 October 2002:
XML and Localization with Yves Savourel and
Localization Project Management with Karen Combe

For registration information, and other details,
please visit the Localization Institute's website at
http://www.localizationinstitute.com

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The Localization Institute
4513 Vernon Blvd.
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 233-1790 Phone
(608) 441-6124 Fax
beth -at- localizationinstitute -dot- com
http://www.localizationinstitute.com


08/31/02-09/07/02
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ANNOUNCEMENT: Welcome Front Runner, a New TECHWR-L Annual Sponsor!

Join us in welcoming Front Runner Publishing Solutions
(http://www.front-runner.com) as a new TECHWR-L annual sponsor!

Front Runner is a leader in certified training, development and sales
for both Adobe and Quadralay across North America. They teach and
support a variety of software (including FrameMaker and WebWorks, which
are frequently recommended on TECHWR-L).

Contact Front Runner to arrange a free sample conversion of your
FrameMaker or Word documents using Quadralay tools. Experience true
single-source publishing!

Front Runner welcomes the opportunity to further support technical
writers through sponsoring TECHWR-L.

Front Runner joins the growing list of TECHWR-L annual sponsors, which
includes:

* Online-Learning.com (http://www.online-learning.com)
* TechSmith Corporation (http://www.techsmith.com)
* eHelp (http://www.ehelp.com)
* Anitian Corporation (http://www.anitian.com)
* KnowledgeBase.net (http://www.knowledgebase.net)
* ComponentOne (http://www.componentone.com)
* Hyperionics (http://www.hyperionics.com)

These sponsors, along with TECHWR-L advertisers and monthly sponsors,
provide key support that enables us to maintain and develop the variety
of TECHWR-L resources and services.

Welcome--and thanks to--Front Runner as a key TECHWR-L sponsor!

For more information about TECHWR-L sponsorships, visit the About
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http://www.raycomm.com/techwhirl/sponsorships.html or contact Eric at
ejray -at- raycomm -dot- com -dot- 


08/29/02-09/05/02
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TRAINING: Upcoming Training & Free Events by Bright Path Solutions

Sep 05-06:    Acrobat 5 Workshop - RTP NC
Sep 23-24:    Applied Indexing (techniques not tool-specific) - RTP NC
Sep 23-24:    Mastering WebWorks Publisher Professional 7 - RTP NC
Sep 24:     **Free NC WebWorks Users Reception at FrameUsers - Durham NC
Sep 25-27:  **Visit our booths at the 2002 FrameUsers Workshop in NC
Sep 30-Oct 4: FrameMaker 7 Structured Doc Publishing Boot Camp - RTP NC
Oct 07-11:    FrameMaker Boot Camp - RTP NC
Oct 15:       Acrobat 5 Workshop for Midlands STC Chapter - Columbia SC
Oct 18:       Adobe llustrator Hands-on - RTP NC
Oct 21-25:    FrameMaker Boot Camp - Parsippany NJ
Oct 28-29:    Very Advanced FrameMaker - RTP NC
Nov 04-08:    FrameMaker Boot Camp - RTP NC
Nov 11-15:    FrameMaker Structured Document Publishing Boot Camp - RTP NC
Nov 18-22:    XML/XSL Boot Camp (for newbies, not tool-specific) - RTP NC

**Indicates a free item.
RTP=Research Triangle Park in NC

Our complete training information is on http://www.travelthepath.com . If
you have specific questions or would like to request a quotation for group
training, call 919.656.2653.

BRIGHT PATH SOLUTIONS
-an Adobe Solution Sales Provider
-an Adobe Certified Training Provider
-a WebWorks University site
-an XML services provider since 1998

08/19/02-09/04/02
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