Writing

Computer Programmers

• write short letters and emails to clients and co-workers to
  • give project updates
  • inform them about changes
• answer questions about how to get information or fix problems

Computer Programmers

• write step-by-step, clear and easy-to-follow installation instructions for clients

Computer Programmers

• write proposals for software and web sites development projects
• write license agreements using templates to make sure the product users pay software developers
• write help files and training manuals for software applications and web sites to help those using the programs
  • files have to be clearly written
  • technical information needs to be at a level that can be easily understood by those using the programs

Computer Programmers

• write technical papers and other project reports to help programmers who may wish to change the software to add other features or to build similar software
  • describe how software products work
  • discuss the technology behind software designs
  • suggest further ways to use the software
• write development guides or design documents which explain the client’s and project needs
  • guides are to be used by computer programmers and are usually
    • long
    • detailed
    • highly technical
• write notes on the development of the application software or web siteExamples
  • record coding standards
  • record development conventions
  • record user interface visual design
• write different reports for clientsExamples
  • write status reports about the progress made
  • write reports about problems, solutions and next steps
  • write reports that discuss testing results and suggested changes