06 Apr Technical Writing Weekend Modules
Learn What Matters. One Weekend at a Time.
IMPORTANT! DO NOT SELECT MODULES from this page if you have enrolled in the Technical Writing Fundamentals Certificate Course.
“Modules are designed to fill skill gaps quickly and are ideal for busy professionals who want to stay sharp without long commitments.”
— Tech Writer’s Tribe Team
Technical Writing Weekend modules offer various courses over 8 consecutive weekends, designed for experienced technical writers. If you select more than one module together, you earn extra discounts.
Why Weekend Modules?
Not every technical writer needs a full course. Sometimes, you just want to sharpen a tool, practice a workflow, or learn a new platform.
That’s exactly what our Weekend Modules deliver.
Highlights:
✅ Bite-sized weekend learning (Sat–Sun only)
✅ Choose 1 or more modules
✅ Hands-on exercises, live mentoring
✅ Practical projects focused on real tools
Summary of Options
- W1 (Jan 24-25): Introduction + DDLC + Creating Clear Visuals
Activity: Work like a technical writer on a document - W2 (Jan 31-Feb 1): Technical Writing: English and Content Usage
Activity: Grammar + Writing for UI - W3 (Feb 7-8): Global Authoring Processes
Activity: Writing Topics (DITA) + Minimalism - W4 (Feb 14-15): Docs‑as‑Code & Collaboration
Activity: Markdown + GitHub - W5 (Feb 21-22): Guide Saga
Activity: Write 4 guides with templates
- W6 (Feb 28-Mar 1): MadCap Flare Workshop
Activity: A doc project with output - W7 (Mar 7-8): Agile + Confluence
Activity: Use JIRA + A Sample project - W8 (Mar 14-15): Camtasia
Activity: Create Product Video - W9 (Mar 21-22): AI in Technical Writing
Activity: A project using Copilot - W10 (Mar 28-29): Career, Resume, LinkedIn, and Freelancing
Activity: Build your profile
Note: Only four seats are available for each module.
Batch 23 – Registration is Open: Jan 24-Mar 29, 2026
Registration Options
This program is ideal for:
- Working technical writers wanting to add new tools to their skillset
- Alumni of TWT certification courses
- Professionals seeking focused weekend learning
- Documentation specialists transitioning to structured authoring
⚡ Choose. Learn. Apply.
- Learn directly from expert mentors
- Maximum 4–5 participants per module for personal attention
- Hands-on practice in live sessions
- Participation certificate after each module
- Bundle discounts for 3+ modules
- Access to recordings and resources
The fee range per module: INR 1500-INR 3500.
You can avail a discount when selecting multiple modules. All possibilities are available:
- Select only Writing modules
- Select only doc tools
- Select a mix of Writing module + Doc Tool
- Select only one module
Dates: Jan 24-25
Week 1:
- Understand the concept
- Complete Assignment 1 and submit
Introduction to Technical Documentation and Technical Writing
- What is Technical Documentation
- Industry and Domains using Technical Documentation
- Key components of Technical Documentation
- Who is a Technical Writer?
- Key Skills Required
- Types of documentation:
- User documentation
- Technical documentation
- API & developer documentation
- Internal documentation
- Roles & career paths in documentation
- Global job market & expectations
Software Development Basics for Writers
Key Topics
- Software development lifecycle (SDLC)
- Agile & Scrum for documentation teams
- Understanding DDLC
Creating Clear Visuals: Diagrams, Screenshots, and Designs with SnagIt, Draw.io & Canva
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
- Capture and annotate screenshots using SnagIt
- Create structured diagrams and workflows using Draw.io
- Design polished visuals and presentations using Canva
- Combine outputs from all three tools into professional visuals
Hands-on
- Analyze real documentation from leading tech companies
- Work on a document to know how a technical writer works
- Map documentation to SDLC stages
Dates: Jan 31-Feb 1
Instructor-led Live Online Sessions
Fundamentals of Technical Writing: English and Content Usage
Key Topics
- American English
- Grammar
- Parts of Speech (According to technical documentation requirement)
- Syntax (Sentence construction, Voice, Tense, wordiness)
- Plain English
- AI and Technical Writing English
- Plain language
- Minimalism
- Information architecture basics
- Style guides (Microsoft, Google)
Hands‑on
- Rewrite poorly written documentation
- Create a mini style guide
Dates: Feb 7-8
Instructor-led Live Online Sessions
Global Authoring Processes in Technical Writing
- Audience analysis & user personas
- Structured writing
- Topic-based authoring (For DITA and other doc processes)
Authoring Types
- Modular Writing
- Topic-based writing
- Task-based writing
- Scenario-based writing
- Feature-based Writing
Documentation Quality Check
- Quality Measurement
- Readability Index
- Validations
Dates: Feb 14-15
Instructor-led Live Online Sessions
Docs‑as‑Code & Collaboration
Key Topics
- Docs‑as‑code concept & benefits
- Markdown & reStructuredText
- Version control with Git & GitHub/GitLab
- Pull requests & reviews
- Continuous documentation deployment
Tools
- GitHub
- VS Code Editor
- Markdown
Hands‑on
- Author using Markdown
- Create and manage documentation in a Git repository
Dates: Feb 21-22
Instructor-led Live Online Sessions
The Guide Saga with the usage of AI
Key Topics
- User journeys & task‑based documentation
- Writing Release Notes, User Guide, Installation guide & tutorials (Quick Start Guide)
- Accessibility & inclusive documentation (WCAG)
Hands‑on
Write guides with global templates:
- User Guide
- Quick Start Guide
- Installation Guide
- Release Notes
Dates: Feb 28-Mar 1
Instructor-led Live Online Sessions
Learning Technical Documentation Tools
MadCap Flare Workshop by Shrutika Dhake
In-session project (2 days, 6 hours) with Workshop: Introduction to MadCap Flare and learning how to use the single-sourcing tool to create a new project and publish it in the live practical session.
Dates: Mar 7-8
Two Workshops: Agile with JIRA and Confluence
Instructor-led Live Online Sessions
Mar 7: Agile with JIRA for Project Management
Agile, DDLC, SME and Technical Writer
Tool used: JIRA
For details, see Agile Module
Mar 8: Confluence Workshop by Mridula Menon
Instructor-led Live Online Sessions
In-session project with Workshop
- Core Concepts
- Creating projects and publishing
Date: Mar 14-15
Instructor-led Live Online Sessions
Video Learning: Camtasia
Creating Video using Camtasia by Yuvaraj R
- Learning Technical Documentation Tools (Camtasia for Video)
- In-session project with Workshop
- Learn to create videos for product documentation
Dates: Mar 21-22
AI in Technical Writing (Workshop)
Instructor-led Live Online Sessions
- Understand how AI tools interpret prompts and generate documentation
- Write effective prompts for different documentation types (tutorials, release notes, API reference)
- Evaluate AI output for clarity, accuracy, and tone
Develop a reusable prompt library for your team or organization - Apply prompt patterns to solve real documentation challenges
- Hands-On Activities
Dates: Mar 28-29
Instructor-led Live Online Sessions
Career Preparation & Job Readiness
Key Topics
- Building a documentation portfolio
- Resume & LinkedIn optimization
- Technical writing interviews
- Freelancing & remote opportunities
Day 1 – Searching and applying for jobs
Segment 1: Resume
- Functional resumes (For Freelancers)
- Chronological resumes (For a job)
- Tailoring a resume for a specific role
Segment 2: LinkedIn optimization
- Important parts of a LI profile
- Keywords and optimizing profile
- Importance of Network (who and how many)
- Branding yourself on LI as an expert in your field
- Real-life case study (search for a job)
- Share resources: LI profile checklist, LI scripts for common use cases
Day 2: Interviews and Freelancing
Segment 1: Technical writing interviews
- Preparing for a writing interview: research required and where and how to do it
- Interview techniques: behavioral and technical
- Common questions and how to handle them?
- STAR stories: what are they and when to use them in interviews?
- Writing portfolio – how to make, when and where to use.
Segment 2: Freelancing in Technical Writing
- Do they know you even exit?
- The process of engaging with the client
- Plan, quote and price the project (Proposal)
- Strategies: cross and up-sell
Meet the Trainer: Sumedh Nene
Sumedh has been in technical communications with a global experience for over 25 years. He was a lead faculty at George Brown College, Toronto for 9 years teaching several subjects in Diploma in Technical Writing.
He has worked with clients like Cisco, HP, Philips, Deutschland Bank, Levi’s across US, Canada, India and Australia. During his time in Canada, he conducted over 100 workshops for newcomers to Canada on job search tips, tricks and techniques.
Currently, Sumedh works as an Information Architect for a multinational company based in Pune.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, every module is standalone. Registering for multiple modules together saves cost.
Yes. You’ll have access to all recordings and materials. You can access the recording for 3 months. Annual Members can access for 6 months or more.
Yes, a participant certification is provided to all who attend the session. Please note that if you register but do not attend the session, you will get only the recording and resources. We provide certificate only to those who participate in all these workshop-based sessions.
Testimonials
Punit, the instructor, demonstrated patience and clarity, always willing to assist with troubleshooting and in-depth explanations. His commitment to helping participants even beyond the sessions speaks volumes about their passion for teaching and mentorship.
This experience has been truly enriching, equipping me with valuable insights that I am excited to apply in my professional journey. I am grateful for the knowledge shared and look forward to staying connected.
Thank you for an impactful and rewarding learning experience!
The course was structured aptly that anyone can master the tool within that session.


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