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Indexing Technical Documentation
(One-day workshop)
Date(s):
Sep 19 | Oct 16 | Dec 4
Instructor(s): Seth Maislin | Kate W. Merlino
Description
This workshop teaches you how to write, edit, and review indexes in both print and online media. It will show how to find balance between theory and reality; it also covers page numbers and single-sourced hyperlinks, word choice and nonstandard sorting, subentries and related topics, usability, and deadlines. Learn about indexing tools and how to get the job done quickly. In the end you will be a better indexer and a better writer. Come with questions and horror stories, and exit with relevant techniques you need to improve your documentation indexes.
This class is taught on PCs. All participants should have a working knowledge of MS Windows prior to attending class.
Topics Include:
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- Lesson 1: Defining indexing; completeness
- Lesson 2: Threading the index
- Lesson 3: Page numbers and cross references
- Lesson 4: Structure, context relationships, labels
- Lesson 5: Publishing process; online environment
- Lesson 6: Final indexing exercise
- Lesson 7: Indexing Resources; Q&A
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To learn more about nSight training programs and for assistance, please contact our Training department at 781-273-6300 or Training@nSightWorks.com.
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What Students Are Saying
"Seth was very prepared and professional. The man knows his stuff! Maybe the best training I've done. No dead time."
- Robert Levy, EarthLink
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