If you want to be a technical writer, start with either side. Technical is such a broad word. For me, technical is software and systems. I have a degree in Computer Science and 25 years experience with data and programming. I love being a developer. Then I had the chance to transition to a writing role and discovered a new passion for sharing my knowledge and helping people understand the tech that I know so well. I assume writers can make the same transition, falling in love writing about tech.

Does industry have billable hours? At the big 4, we are required to work a certain number of hours each week and if we spend too much time on anything we are questioned on why it took so long. Is that a thing when you go in industry?

What are some good resources you use to expand your skill sets and stay knowledgeable?

Context: I did a career switch from finance into marketing and am constantly looking for ways to improve and learn more

I start my journey of being more technical today. I am giving myself 2 yrs. I started a role doing IT controls, Identity and Access Management work. I have prior experience in UAT, business process controls (A-123). I am planning on passing the Security plus and CISSP certs within 2 yrs. Have a TS clearance. Any advice or reality check is welcome.
I will like to do cyber work in the Intelligence Community.

Anyone move over to a portco role at a more senior level? Positive or negative experience?

Does anyone feel that the Oil and Gas industry is the most discriminatory industry of all? They won’t even look at resume without O&G experience! It does not make sense to me as I would rather teach someone the specifics of an industry if they were a good fit. And for an industry that has so many obstacles from Government, Environmental Organizations and so on, why they are adding more bad publicity to themselves is not a great approach.

Hi, I’m trying to figure out my long-term career path. I’ve worked in IA for most of my career. I recently got my CPA, and re-entered the work force after a 13 year break. Got back in as a Sr IA. Not sure what my options are in the long run with my background. Suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated, thanks!

Hi fishes,

How is it to work for Reliance Jio?
My tech stack is angular
And why they are giving deputy manager designation?
Is that the grade ?

Could someone take a look at my about me section for my LinkedIn pls. Would appreciate some feedback. Trying to transition from reception job to selenium or lean six sigma. Please dm me!

Young professional with 3 years of retail banking experience, 1 year of claims experience, and now roughly 6 months into insurance sales. Between selling in retail banking environment and every month of insurance sales regularly pacing 200% or over to goal. Loving comp but not loving the call center environment and hoping to move to another lucrative sales position with less non stop calls. Any suggestions?

I have been working the same position for 5 years. But our job title has changed a few time I went from a pre registration rep to a verification specialist during my time there I want to branch out but not sure where to go from here. I have a bachelors in Health Science. 5 years experience dealing with patients, insurance, referral, data entry, etc.

I know Microsoft isn't particularly FAANG but anyone here can shed some light on experience as a Customer Engineer please?

Hi all - any advice on how to make the transition from BigLaw to IB / PE with circa 8 years experience working as M&A and PE lawyer? Many thx in advance 🙏🏽

Any thoughts on the best certifications to get in order to help move forward? I have considered the CCP from World at Work, but it’s fairly pricey to get by the time you wrap up everything. I was looking at both SHRM-CP and SPHR. Everyone that I have spoken to has the SHRM, but that’s also only looking at individuals in a small geographic footprint and within 3-4 different companies. I was hoping to get some thoughts on this from others? Thanks

What is designation at Senior 1 level ??

Advice on pivoting from staff augmentation as Voip SME/architect to DevOps and software? Wanting to transition from in person to remote/async work

Can we consider cars from the 90s to be classics?

Sub question: what's your favorite 90s-era car? Extra points for pics.

Can anyone please refer me for an open position in NTT DATA Services, Hyderabad?

I am a personal injury attorney making 79k with ability to keep 40% of anything I settle, bonuses for originating work for the firm. I am 1.5 years into practicing as a Plaintiffs PI attorney - I have a review coming up - suggestions on what I should ask for as a raise. I’ve settled a couple cases and working on a third settlement. I’m new to the practice area but cannot get a read on whether a raise is coming at review - nothing but positive feedback from both partners I work with, but doesn’t

Sunday 9/4 Check In 🙌🙌 What’s everyone up to today?

Moving to Bay Area from NY, office in Sunnyvale. Good places to find apartments when you dont have a car and can walk down to places to eat, coffee etc. Any insights will be helpful. Thanks!

Can you practice for leetcode without knowing how to code?

Offer included temporary housing and moving expense reimbursement…it’s been a month since I began working and 2 months since I started moving but still no reimbursement…should I escalate this? How long is too long?

We are ready for a pet. I love golden retrievers but also know they shed alot bc I had one when I was younger. Debating on a golden doodle but then they look more like poodles than a golden. Do I compromise or get what I really want? Also if I take to families homes didnt want them to shed all over.

Remembering the phrase boomer doomer still makes me laugh

Ask any questions about poland moves

Can ask anything here

When is external hire IBD recruiting season?

Wanted to check if there are product management/BA opening at thoughtworks india ?
requesting a referral for same

Given all the recent buzz about expected large raises around the big 4, I’d like to level set on the average salary for a 4th/5th year female senior manager in federal tax ( credits & methods group) in the Midwest - Chicago/Minneapolis/Detroit market. Anyone willing to share a range if they work in a similar area of tax / similar level? I recognize all groups vary greatly in salary expectations, so looking for input specific to my area. Current expectations set at 140-160k. Reasonable?

Any other technical writers here?

How to succeed as a tech writer

Hi All! How do you like your current company? What are some of the good and bad regarding how tech writers are integrated into teams?

Can you share your yoe and total comp?

Hi Fishes,

Anyone looking for Technical writer opportunity with CPU, GPU, semiconductor work experience, DM me. Work from home, hybrid work culture with great work life balance. Happy to refer.

Which is the best website/ platform to start my own website/ blog ? (Not technical writing)

What is the difference between a Technical Writer and UX writer?

Hey fishbowlers! I just applied for an internal position as a Technical Writer. I currently have 4 years of Business Analyst experience but I’ve only been with my current company less than a year. My boss encouraged me to apply and mentioned how I’d be a great fit. Any tips on how I can ace an interview and compete with any candidates that might have better experience? TIA

Exploring another opportunity and need some advices. How do you like being a technical writer and how’s the pay in general and workload/stress?

Just curious...how did you become a tech writer?