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TRAINING: Learn how to Document APIs and SDKs with a Workshop on a DVD
Documenting APIs isn't easy but learning how is a great way to enhance
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ANNOUNCE: WritersUA User Assistance Update
* Salary Survey Results Available
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* Las Vegas Conference Approaches
* WritersUA Visiting STC Chapters
* Why STC Members Should Vote No...
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THREE NEW ARTICLES
"XML Architecture for Customized User Assistance", by Sarah O'Keefe
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"William Horton on Software Simulation Design" describes how to improve
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COMMENTARY
Why STC members should vote "No" on the referendum to eliminate the
regional election of Director-sponsors from STC Bylaws. This document is
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TRAINING: Vasont Systems Presents Free Content Management Webinars on
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Vasont Systems is presenting the second Webinar in its free Webinar
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* Karl Kadie, Alliance Director for TRADOS Incorporated, the world leader
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