- WTD x GDS: Starting with User NeedsThe White Chapel Building, London
⚡ This event has strict entry requirements. Check you are able to comply before attending.
Write the Docs come to GDS! Join us for a special show & tell with technical writers from Government Digital Service (GDS) as they share how they write for user needs.
They’ll talk about user-centered design in GDS, their documentation processes, and how GDS technical writers apply the Government Design Principles. They’ll also show practical examples of how they’ve created documentation rooted in user needs, including when things don’t go according to plan.
This session will focus on technical documentation for government services, such as GOV.UK One Login, GOV.UK Pay, and GOV.UK Wallet.🎟️ Registration for this event closes on Monday, 16 June.
📜 Agenda
When: Thursday 19 June, from 6.30pm
Where: GDS office, 7th Floor, The White Chapel Building, 10 Whitechapel High St, London, E1 8QS
What:
18.30 - 19.00 Arrival
19.00 - 19.45 Part 1: Talk
19.45 - 20.00 Short break
20.00 - 20.30 Part 2: Show & Tell
20.30 - 20.45 Exit
All times are approximate.🗺️ How to find to us
The entrance to the building is on Whitechapel High Street. There will be WTD signs and someone from GDS to sign you in and escort you to the event.
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- This event takes place in a government office. You must show a valid photo ID to access the event and to pick up your entry badge.
- The name on your ID needs to match the name on your registration. You will be refused entry without an ID.
- Message the organisers if you need to update your name.
📷 Photos
Note that the organizers will take some photos for the WTD group.☕ Refreshments
Non-alcoholic drinks and nibbles will be provided. We will not be able to cater for all dietary requirements so please check labels carefully.📩 No longer able to attend?
As spaces are limited, if you no longer wish to attend, tell us by updating your RSVP on the Meetup page for this event.Not open - The Write Fit: Getting Hired as a Technical WriterCodat, London
🤔 What do hiring managers really think when they see your application?
At our May event, we’re getting real about job hunting in the world of technical writing, and we're doing it double-sided. 🪙 Learn how to stand out, what test tasks are actually testing, and how to navigate today’s market. If you’re tired of applying into the void, this event is your antidote.
First, David Oliver, a hiring manager who’s reviewed hundreds of applications, will share what he looks for in candidates, who catches his eye, and how he approaches writing tasks. David is the Director of Engineering at neo4j.
Next, Rachael Rowatt, a recruiter who places writers in roles every day, will talk about the current state of the job market, common CV mistakes, and approaches to portfolio building. Rachael is the Business Development Director and Recruiter at Edissero Technical Author Recruitment.
This event is not a recruitment event / job fair.
When: Thursday 22 May, from 6.30pm
Where: Codat, 15 Long Ln, London, EC1A 9PN
What:
18.30 - 19.00 Arrival
19.00 - 19.45 Discussion with David Oliver
19.45 - 20.00 Short break
20.00 - 20.45 Discussion with Rachael Rowatt
All times are approximate.
How to find us:
The entrance to the Codat office is located inside the glass doors of Griffin Court, to the left of the Subway. You'll see WTD signs and organisers.
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Photos:
Note that the organizers will take some photos for the WTD group. - The UX of Words: Writing for Better ExperiencesCodat, London
Great user experiences don’t just happen — they’re designed with words. 📐✂️
In our April session, Inga Jakimcikaite, a UX writer, will explore how content design shapes user experiences in technical documentation and beyond — and why technical writers should care. Learn to craft clear, user-friendly content through real-world examples, apply UX writing principles in a hands-on activity, and see how you can integrate UX best practices into your work.
When: Thursday 24 April, from 6.30pm
Where: Codat, 15 Long Ln, London, EC1A 9PN
What:
18.30 - 19.00 Arrival
19.00 - 19.45 Talk and workshop
19.45 - 20.00 Short break
20.00 - 21.00 Workshop
All times are approximate.
How to find us:
The entrance to the Codat office is located inside the glass doors of Griffin Court, to the left of the Subway. You'll see WTD signs and organisers.
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If you have been to previous events hosted at Codat, note that they have moved, and this is a different location.
Photos:
Please note that the organizers may take some photos for the WTD group. - A Journalist's Guide to Telling Tech StoriesCodat, London
Do your users read your docs because they want to, not because they have to? 📰 Is that even possible? 🤪
Jennifer Riggins to the rescue! Join us for an engaging workshop where Jennifer, a seasoned tech journalist and storyteller, will reveal the secrets to writing about technology in a way that captivates both business and technical audiences. Expect practical exercises, expert insights, and plenty of opportunities to refine your writing skills!
When: Thursday 20 March, from 6.30pm
Where: Codat, 15 Long Ln, London, EC1A 9PN
What:
18.30 - 19.00 Arrival
19.00 - 19.45 Talk and workshop
19.45 - 20.00 Short break
20.00 - 21.00 Workshop
All times are approximate.
How to find us:
The entrance to the Codat office is located inside the glass doors of Griffin Court, to the left of the Subway. You'll see WTD signs and organisers.
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If you have been to previous events hosted at Codat, note that they have moved, and this is a different location.
Photos:
Please note that the organizers may take some photos for the WTD group. - Support 🤝 Documentation: A Two-Way StreetCodat, London
"Behind every great support engineer is great documentation" - Peter Simpson, Senior Support Engineer
When you think about your documentation's target audience, do you ever think about internal teams that rely on the docs for their day-to-day? If not, you should. Come listen to Peter Simpson, Senior Support Engineer, talk about the symbiotic relationship between Support and documentation. We will hear about:
- The role of documentation in Support's success
- How support engineers can improve documentation
- Feedback loops between support and docs teams
- Impact of documentation on support's efficiency
When: Thursday 20 February, from 6.30pm
Where: Codat, 15 Long Ln, London, EC1A 9PN
What:
18.30 - 19.00 Arrival
19.00 - 19.30 Talk and Q&A
19.30 - 19.45 Short break
19.45 - 20.15 Talk and Q&A
20.15 - 21.00 Closing and networking
How to find us:
The entrance to the Codat office is located inside the glass doors of Griffin Court, to the left of the Subway. You'll see WTD signs and organisers.
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If you have been to previous events hosted at Codat, note that they have moved, and this is a different location.
Photos:
Please note that the organizers may take some photos for the WTD group. - Write Before You Build: Document-Driven DevelopmentCodat, London
What's document-driven development (DDD)? Why do we need another acronym? What does this have to do with technical writers? What are the benefits, and how can we adopt it in an organisation? What kind of documentation is needed for DDD?
Come listen to David Coplowe, a product manager at Codat, answer these questions and more. David advocates for the DDD approach to development and has implemented it as a default way of working in his current role.
When: Thursday 23 January, from 6.30pm
Where: Codat, 15 Long Ln, London, EC1A 9PN
What:
18.30 - 19.00 Arrival
19.00 - 19.30 Talk and Q&A
19.30 - 19.45 Short break
19.45 - 20.15 Talk and Q&A
20.15 - 21.00 Closing and networking
How to find us:
The entrance to the Codat office is located inside the glass doors of Griffin Court, to the left of the Subway. You'll see WTD signs and organisers.
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If you have been to previous events hosted at Codat, note that they have moved, and this is a different location.
Photos:
Please note that the organizers may take some photos for the WTD group. - What does Generative AI mean for technical communicators?BJSS, Greater London
Ellis Pratt, Consulting Technical Communicator and Director of Cherryleaf, will discuss and demonstrate how Generative AI (GenAI) is changing the way technical communicators write documentation:
- Is Generative AI changing the way Technical Communicators work?
- Have Technical Communicators embraced Generative AI or not?
- Is AI good news or bad for Technical Communicators?
When: Thursday 21 November, from 6pm
Where: BJSS, One Crown Ct, London EC2V 6JP
What:
18.30 - 19.00 Arrival and light refreshments
19.00 - 19.30 Talk and Q&A on Generative AI
19.30 - 19.45 Short break
19.45 - 20.30 Demo and Q&A on Generative AI
20.30 - 21.00 Closing and networkingHow to find us:
The main entrance to the BJSS office is located inside Crown Court, to the left when you enter from Cheapside.
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Enter through the automatic doors and go up to the 3rd floor. Sign in with reception and be greeted by a friendly organizer.Photos:
Please note that the organizers may take some photos for the WTD groupNot open - From one to many - Building a documentation teamNeo4j, Greater London
David Oliver from Neo4j will share his experience of:
- Understanding & communicating what success in a small team looks like
- Recognising when things are broken, and planning for sustainability
- Strategic growth
- Containment and beyond: Life after BAU coverage is achieved
After a brief break, Mark Woulfe will present a dashboard he built for Neo4j's documentation and discuss the importance of analytics and data driven decision-making in documentation.
When: Thursday 24 October, from 6:00pm
Where: Neo4j - Union House, 182-194 Union St, London SE1 0LHAgenda
18.00 - 19.00 Arrival and light refreshments
19.00 - 19.45 David Oliver on putting together a technical writing team
19.45 - 20.00 Short break
20.00 - 20.30 Mark Woulfe on data analysis for documentation
20.30 - 21.00 Closing and networkingHow to find us
The main entrance to Neo4j's office is located inside Union House.
Map pin | what3wordsCheck in with the front desk on the ground floor, they will direct you to the elevator to the office floor where you will be greeted by a friendly organiser.
Photos
Please note that the organisers may take some photos for the WTD group - API products and their docs: when your product becomes a utilityAdler Street, London, E1 1EE, London
Kickstart your learning in September with our talk on the future of API products and what this means for their documentation 📝
Kristof Van Tomme (CEO of Pronovix) will share his experience on:
- Developer and business documentation
- Interacting with different stakeholders
- Future trends in API products
When: Thursday 19 September, from 6:30pm
Where: The Corner Hotel, London City, 42 Adler St, E1 1EE
What:
18.30 - 19.00 Arrival and light refreshments
19.00 - 19.45 Kristof Van Tomme on the future of API products
19.45 - 20.00 Short break
20.00 - 20.30 Open discussion
20.30 - 21.00 Closing and networkingThe meetup will take place in The Corner Hotel in their "Big One" conference room. Ask at the reception or look for WTD signs and organisers!
Photos:
Please note that the organizers may take some photos for the WTD group.
