Introduction
Welcome to Patrick McCarthy's personal web site. This website is dedicated to exploring the many facets of Technical Communications.
What I do in Tech Comm
I am an independent consultant working under the following job titles:
- Technical Writer
- Instructional Design
- e-learning development
- Web Content Management
Tech Comm Products and Deliverables
Generally, I work on manuals, software guides, and training material. In today's competitive market, I find it necessary to have expertise in several types of deliverables such as instructional design, web development and online help.
- e-learning videos (flash)
- Web Content Management Systems
- Online Help
- User Guides
- Web Sites
My Major Areas of Interest in Tech Comm
Tech Comm is a broad field with many specialties and skill sets. Here are my major areas of interest:
- Senior Technical Writer (User Guides, Procedures)
- Business Analyst (SDLC/Process Docs)
- Web Programming (JavaScript/AJAX)
- Database-driven Web Sites
- Instructional Design
The Industries I Work In
I tend to favor the following industries:
- Information Technology
- Financial
- Healthcare
- Telecommunications