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Anupama Sharma

Summary

With over 6 years in the IT industry, I specialize in crafting comprehensive software documentation, including user guides, installation guides, troubleshooting guides, release notes, API documentation, SaaS documentation, and FAQs. My expertise encompasses technical writing, content creation, editing, and managing documentation processes. I have successfully led Agile-based projects using Scrum methodology and possess extensive experience in manual testing across different phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). My skills are honed in aligning documentation practices with Agile principles, ensuring efficient project delivery and high-quality software documentation

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Writer

Leapwork
08.2022 - 01.2024

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Developed, published, and maintained high-quality user-centric content in adherence to standards outlined in our Information Model, ensuring timely releases.
  • Used structured authoring and the established DITA framework to create and maintain content.
  • Developed clear, accurate, and user-friendly documentation for the REST API, covering aspects such as authentication, endpoints, request/response formats, error handling, and usage examples.
  • Generated procedural and technical documentation tailored for both technical and non-technical users. Actively engaged in planning, scheduling, and tracking documentation tasks to ensure alignment with product release dates and deliverables.
  • Documented end-to-end DevOps processes and workflows, including continuous integration, continuous delivery/deployment (CI/CD), and version control.
  • Collaborated with SMEs, technical product owners, software engineering managers, solution architects, and developers to gather requirements and create, review, revise, and maintain technical documentation.
  • Implemented and maintained a documentation version control system, resulting in an improvement in document tracking and management.
  • Conducted user feedback sessions and incorporated suggestions into documentation, enhancing user comprehension and satisfaction.


Sr Technical Writer

Ceridian
05.2020 - 07.2022

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Produced high-quality technical documentation, encompassing user guides, API documentation, release notes, and knowledge base articles, while utilizing structured authoring and adhering to the established DITA framework and organization standards.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive and accurate API reference documents that include details on endpoints, parameters, request/response examples, error handling, and authentication.
  • Utilized documentation tools and version control systems to maintain and update documentation efficiently.
  • Developed a documentation plan outlining the scope, structure, and timeline for creating and updating SaaS documentation.
  • Streamlined the review process for increased efficiency by developing a centralized system to track document revisions.
  • Identify potential risks or challenges in documentation projects and proactively develop strategies to mitigate them.
  • Enhanced documentation quality by implementing standardized templates and style guides for all technical materials.
  • Mentored entry-level technical writers, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional development within the team.
  • Contributed to agile methodologies adopted by the team, participating in daily stand-ups, sprint planning sessions, and retrospective meetings for project success.


Business Analyst - Technical Writer

eClinicalWorks
11.2017 - 05.2020

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Developed detailed technical documents and user guides for technical products.
  • Increased product adoption by creating clear and concise user guides, manuals, and online help resources.
  • Created comprehensive release notes detailing new features, bug fixes, and known issues for each software update cycle.
  • Coordinated with subject matter experts to ensure the accuracy of technical content in documentation projects.
  • Worked closely with software engineers, product managers, and cross-functional teams to determine accuracy and completeness of technical documentation.
  • Implemented feedback from end-users to continuously improve the quality and effectiveness of documentation materials.
  • Enhanced user experience by simplifying complex technical concepts into easy-to-understand documentation.
  • Mentor other technical writers and team members regarding best practices and other process knowledge.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - BE -

Visvesvaraya Technological University
05.2016

Skills

  • Adobe FrameMaker
  • Adobe RoboHelp
  • Oxygen XML
  • MS Visio
  • Snagit
  • API (Swagger, Postman)
  • Adobe Captivate Standards: MSTP
  • Technical Documentation
  • Content Management Systems (CMS)
  • Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Document Development Life Cycle (DDLC)
  • Darwin Information Typing Architecture (DITA)
  • Agile Methodologies
  • JIRA
  • Confluence
  • Cloud Computing
  • Technical Research
  • Camtasia

Certification

Certified Technical Writer - Blue Dots Consultancy Services, Bangalore

Accomplishments

    Award of Excellence in Technical Writing

Timeline

Technical Writer

Leapwork
08.2022 - 01.2024

Sr Technical Writer

Ceridian
05.2020 - 07.2022

Business Analyst - Technical Writer

eClinicalWorks
11.2017 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Engineering - BE -

Visvesvaraya Technological University
Anupama Sharma