🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Kate sounds off on stress reduction. Have a listen:

Experimental features still deserve great docs! Florian Lefebvre (@florian-lefebvre.dev) from the Astro core team explains why in our latest episode. Link in the comments.

The one where @florian-lefebvre.dev spills Astro Docs secrets! Take a listen to Florian's journey through open source, and how he handled the responsibilities of providing accompanying documentation along the way. (And learned to love it, right? Right?!?!)

Thanks again for coming on the podcast, Florian! 😊

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Writing docs as an open source developer with Florian Lefebvre. Have a listen:

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Kate sounds off on community. Have a listen:

Write the Docs Portland 2026 is right around the corner! Get in the WTD mood by listening to Eric Holscher's (@ericholscher.bsky.social) latest appearance on The Not-Boring Tech Writer podcast. #WritetheDocs #techwriting #technicalwriting

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Building a home for documentarians with Eric Holscher. Have a listen:

Many thanks to @thenotboringtechwriter.com for having me as a guest last year because one of the directors in the job interview I just had actually took the time to listen to my episode and even cited one of the examples I gave! So thrilling!

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Kate sounds off on lovable docs. Have a listen:

Jacob Moses founded The Not-Boring Tech Writer back in 2016, and in our latest episode, he's back to talk about how tech writing skills have shaped his work in community development and real estate. ❤️ 🎧 Link in comments!

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: From tech writing to building lovable neighborhoods with Jacob Moses. Have a listen:

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Kate sounds off on docs symbiosis. Have a listen:

In S3:E30, Kate Mueller and motion graphics designer Bill Holland discuss collaborating with visual creators. 5 things to have ready: 1. A detailed project brief 2. A mood board 3. A movement reference playlist 4. Specific feedback (e.g. don't say "make it pop more") 5. Patience with rough drafts

Working with a designer? Bill Holland's (@billnetherlands.bsky.social) advice is: don't assume they understand your field. In Episode 30, this motion graphics designer and longtime TNBTW friend shares what makes collaborations with designers go well. Link in the comments!

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Collaborating with designers and animators with Bill Holland. Have a listen:

Are you someone who loves the process, or are you all about the end result? In the latest episode, Kate reflects on how her love of process (LEGO, jigsaw puzzles, thru-hiking, and docs) makes her a better tech writer. 🎧 Listen and subscribe: thenotboringtechwriter.com/episodes/kat...

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Kate sounds off on process (and LEGO). Have a listen:

Advocating for yourself as a tech writer can be tough, especially when you're trying to make the leap from support to full-time documentation. In S3:E28, Kelton Noyes shares how he made that transition, + strategies for choosing the right tools and building buy-in for docs across your organization.

We're bringing Jacob Moses, the original host, back on the pod for an interview with Kate soon! 😃 If you have any questions for Jacob or topics you want to hear Kate and Jacob discuss, drop them in the comments or send them to [email protected].

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Advocating for docs and choosing tools with Kelton Noyes. Have a listen:

Know someone who would never call themselves a tech writer, but who is nonetheless creating technical documentation? We want them on the podcast! Submit guest suggestions (including yourself): form.asana.com?k=_npY_9pPEq...

The next interview I'm recording is with a graphic designer and animator. We'll be talking about ways to improve tech writer/designer interactions and requests, set good expectations, and make lovely assets. If there's anything you'd like me to ask, drop it in the comments or toss us a DM!

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Kate sounds off on self-documentation. Have a listen:

Our most recent episode features outtakes from last year's interviews with Elizabeth Argall, Dennis Dawson, Sarah Walker, Ryan Macklin, Nicholas Graziade, Janine Chan, and Kate Pond. It’s a peek behind the curtain you won't want to miss! 😊 thenotboringtechwriter.com/episodes/a-p...

Ahh man, listen to me sounding like I know what I'm doing as a tech writer/knowledge base admin AND as a yoga instructor! I've felt so incompetent lately as I get rejection email after rejection email from prospective employers. Listening to this outtake was a nice reminder I'm not incompetent.

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: A peek behind the curtain: 2025 clips episode. Have a listen:

My friends at KnowledgeOwl and @thenotboringtechwriter.com let me share my thoughts about elegant design as it relates to games, knowledge bases, and, uh...chairs. My first published writing in a few years! www.knowledgeowl.com/blog/posts/e...

In Kate’s final solo episode of 2025, she reflects on a full year of hosting The Not-Boring Tech Writer podcast and shares seven lessons about tech writers and tech writing she’s distilled from the year. #TechWriting #TechnicalWriting #TheNotBoringTechWriter

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Kate sounds off on 2025. Have a listen:

Can't remember what you accomplished last quarter? Scrambling for examples during performance reviews? Kate Pond (@ohkpond.bsky.social) has a solution: a simple Google Forms system that tracks your daily work, wins, and collaborations. It only takes ~5 minutes a day!

In S3:E22, Dennis Dawson shares a clever video scripting method to avoid blank-page paralysis: 1. Record your demo 2. Upload it to Slack for auto-transcription 3. Clean it up 4. Re-record the polished version #TechnicalWriting #VideoScripting #SlackTips

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Self-documentation for career growth with Kate Pond. Have a listen:

2025 has been an incredible year for The Not-Boring Tech Writer! We're so grateful to the 13 amazing guests who joined us on the podcast this year. ❤️ Here's to more not-boring conversations in 2026! 🎙️

Docs maintenance might not feel glamorous, but it's one of the most powerful ways we show care for our readers. In S3:E23, Kate (@knowledgewithsass.bsky.social) talks about the impact of small actions and how picking up roadside trash connects to docs work. #TechnicalWriting #Documentation

Ever wonder why adding graphics to your docs can help readers understand and retain information better? Dennis Dawson (@dennisdawson.bsky.social) explains the science behind focused vs. diffuse modes of thinking and why a brief visual break helps ideas percolate and form new connections.

As of yesterday, The Not-Boring Tech Writer is officially part of the tech writing webring that CT Smith has created! 🎉 caseyrfsmith.github.io/webring/

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Kate sounds off on small things and repairs. Have a listen:

⚡️ ✏️ To see Dennis Dawson's (@dennisdawson.bsky.social) visual approach to documentation, check out his lightning talk on why sketchnoting engages both sides of your brain, as well as his sketchnotes from past Write the Docs conferences. Links in the comments!

In S3:E22, Dennis Dawson (@dennisdawson.bsky.social) recommends 4 books that validated his approach to using visuals and humor in technical writing: 📚 Multimedia Learning 📚 Learning How to Learn 📚 A Mind for Numbers 📚 Uncommon Sense Teaching

Great documentation makes readers feel smart. In S3:E22, Dennis Dawson (@dennisdawson.bsky.social) talks about scaffolding concepts, using Hemingway-style clarity, and writing documentation that flows easily into readers' brains so they feel smart instead of lost.

Think you need to be an artist to add visuals to your docs? Think again! In our latest episode, Dennis Dawson—the tech writer behind the Write the Docs sketchnotes—shares why visuals and humor make docs more effective, plus practical tools and techniques you can explore right away.

“I don't try to be funny. I'm just funny. And if you ever try to be funny, then you're not funny.” – Dennis Dawson (@dennisdawson.bsky.social), the artist behind the Write the Docs sketchnotes In our latest episode, Dennis shares why plain language + visual humor leads to better docs and much more!

👕 Would you like an extra reminder of Write the Docs Berlin, in addition to all the presentations and conversations? Our shirt store is still open until November 31st! Get your Write the Docs Berlin shirt from: shirt.writethedocs.org

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Humor and visuals in technical writing with Dennis Dawson. Have a listen:

In her latest solo episode, Kate reflects on how models like Diátaxis and the Seven-Action Documentation model help us surface our own beliefs about docs. She also muses on the restorative potential of maintenance work. 🎧 Listen to S3:E21 in your favorite podcast app!

🎙️ Just published a new episode of The Not-Boring Tech Writer: Kate sounds off on beliefs and maintenance work. Have a listen:

Fabrizio Ferri-Benedetti's (@theletterf.bsky.social) "dynamic seniority" concept: Growth isn't continuous—it's a ladder. It's natural to alternate between stable periods (maintaining skills and recharging) and sudden climbs (capabilities leap forward). Listen to S3:E20 to hear more from Fabri!