#30063
The Case for "Technical Communicator" 
While we understand how BLS could have stuck with the term 'technical writing' for so long, it's time to change this policy. To that end, STC proposes that the Standard Occupational Classification 27-3042, Technical Writer be replaced with 27-3044, Technical Communicator.
Martin, Maurice and Richard O'Sullivan. STC (2007). Careers>TC
#21186
We often hear how the Web can be used to deliver technical documentation. But have you ever thought about the Web as technical documentation? When dozens, or perhaps hundreds, of people, all using the same product, start posting tips and solutions to problems on different Web sites, the entire Internet becomes a kind of crude users’ manual.
Martin, Maurice. Intercom (2003). Articles>Documentation>Online>Community
#21646
Speculates about what the future will hold for technical communicators.
Martin, Maurice. Intercom (2004). Articles>TC>History
#14626
Intercom's Annual Humor Contest
The editor of Intercom introduces the magazine's annual humor contest. This year, readers are asked to submit made-up words that relate to some aspect of technical communication.
Martin, Maurice. Intercom (2000). Humor>TC
#14644
Made-Up Words, Real-Life Winners
The editor of Intercom presents the winners of Intercom's annual humor contest.
Martin, Maurice. Intercom (2000). Humor>Language
#24183
More Thoughts on Grassroots Documentation
I thought technical communicators could use grassroots documentation to measure the effectiveness of their in-house documentation. I've since learned that grassroots documentation is already in play—though not in the way I expected.
Martin, Maurice. Intercom (2004). Articles>Documentation>Community Building
#24177
Technical communication flows across borders. Talking about 'international technical communication' makes about as much sense as talking about a 'flying airplane.'
Martin, Maurice. Intercom (2004). Articles>TC>International
#24196
Many of us (myself included) get caught up in our day-to-day work and forget the value that comes with meeting people face to face. I was reminded of the importance of these meetings in January, when I attended the STC-James River Chapter 2004 Conference in Williamsburg, Virginia. The conference sessions covered everything from intercultural technical communication to XML migration strategies. For me, the conference was an opportunity to find out what was on the minds of technical communicators in the area. As it turned out, some of those concerns related to the theme for this issue.
Martin, Maurice. Intercom (2004). Careers>Freelance>Collaboration
