Looking for a good writing reference
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I've recently changed jobs from a company where software development was like fighting forest fires to a company that follows CMMI Level 3. Therefor I'm writing more than coding. I have the academic background on processes, lifecycles, etc. I've even taken all the english and technical writing classes in college, but none of those gave me information on how to write well. Sure they teach grammer and how to write a resume, resignation letter, etc, but that is about it. So, I'm asking you folks. Is there a book that you thought really helped you with your writing, technical or otherwise. nay
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I've recently changed jobs from a company where software development was like fighting forest fires to a company that follows CMMI Level 3. Therefor I'm writing more than coding. I have the academic background on processes, lifecycles, etc. I've even taken all the english and technical writing classes in college, but none of those gave me information on how to write well. Sure they teach grammer and how to write a resume, resignation letter, etc, but that is about it. So, I'm asking you folks. Is there a book that you thought really helped you with your writing, technical or otherwise. nay
http://www.finkelnet.com/ http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0072976837/qid=1107203521/sr=8-10/ref=sr\_8\_xs\_ap\_i8\_xgl14/002-0987455-0551229?v=glance&s=books&n=507846 Dr. Leo Finkelstein was my technical writing professor in college, and I still pick up his book from time to time. It is very informative yet informal at the same time. I would recommend it to anyone that needs a quick reference on technical writing. Scott
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I've recently changed jobs from a company where software development was like fighting forest fires to a company that follows CMMI Level 3. Therefor I'm writing more than coding. I have the academic background on processes, lifecycles, etc. I've even taken all the english and technical writing classes in college, but none of those gave me information on how to write well. Sure they teach grammer and how to write a resume, resignation letter, etc, but that is about it. So, I'm asking you folks. Is there a book that you thought really helped you with your writing, technical or otherwise. nay
nay wrote: I've recently changed jobs from a company where software development was like fighting forest fires to a company that follows CMMI Level 3. I'm sorry to hear that - at least, the first company is easier to fix :) Yes, even I am blogging now!
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I've recently changed jobs from a company where software development was like fighting forest fires to a company that follows CMMI Level 3. Therefor I'm writing more than coding. I have the academic background on processes, lifecycles, etc. I've even taken all the english and technical writing classes in college, but none of those gave me information on how to write well. Sure they teach grammer and how to write a resume, resignation letter, etc, but that is about it. So, I'm asking you folks. Is there a book that you thought really helped you with your writing, technical or otherwise. nay
"The Elements Of Style" William Strunk & E.B. White. 71 pages of absolute treasure. Newer edition at Amazon[^] Anger is the most impotent of passions. It effects nothing it goes about, and hurts the one who is possessed by it more than the one against whom it is directed. Carl Sandburg
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nay wrote: I've recently changed jobs from a company where software development was like fighting forest fires to a company that follows CMMI Level 3. I'm sorry to hear that - at least, the first company is easier to fix :) Yes, even I am blogging now!
:laugh::laugh::laugh: So true. 75% process overhead. Anger is the most impotent of passions. It effects nothing it goes about, and hurts the one who is possessed by it more than the one against whom it is directed. Carl Sandburg
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nay wrote: I've recently changed jobs from a company where software development was like fighting forest fires to a company that follows CMMI Level 3. I'm sorry to hear that - at least, the first company is easier to fix :) Yes, even I am blogging now!
Actually, I'm engoying the paperwork. I can see the benefit to actual design and test. Before my requirements were changing daily (the fires spread with the wind). Now my customer must fill out a Software Change Request :). It can be overdone I agree, but It's ok so far (2 months in). Also, it seems when I don't get to code at work I'm more motivated to work on my code projects (no pun intended) at home. nay
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I've recently changed jobs from a company where software development was like fighting forest fires to a company that follows CMMI Level 3. Therefor I'm writing more than coding. I have the academic background on processes, lifecycles, etc. I've even taken all the english and technical writing classes in college, but none of those gave me information on how to write well. Sure they teach grammer and how to write a resume, resignation letter, etc, but that is about it. So, I'm asking you folks. Is there a book that you thought really helped you with your writing, technical or otherwise. nay
nay wrote: company that follows CMMI Level 3 I feel sorry for you. nay wrote: Therefor I'm writing more than coding. The understatement of the century. Heck, it's bad enough here at CMMI level 2.
Ryan
"Punctuality is only a virtue for those who aren't smart enough to think of good excuses for being late" John Nichol "Point Of Impact"
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Actually, I'm engoying the paperwork. I can see the benefit to actual design and test. Before my requirements were changing daily (the fires spread with the wind). Now my customer must fill out a Software Change Request :). It can be overdone I agree, but It's ok so far (2 months in). Also, it seems when I don't get to code at work I'm more motivated to work on my code projects (no pun intended) at home. nay
I'm engoying the paperwork ...where's that CP Message Spellcheck when you need it...:sigh: Steve
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I'm engoying the paperwork ...where's that CP Message Spellcheck when you need it...:sigh: Steve