AI, Automation, and the Evolution of Technical Writing with Nick Hill - VistaTalks Ep #164
Episode description
Nick Hill, Technical Writing Manager at HERE Technologies, joins VistaTalks Host Simon Hodgkins to discuss the evolving landscape of technical documentation, AI's impact, and the profession's future.
With decades of experience in technical communications, Nick shared his insights on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the industry, the risks and opportunities that come with it, and why technical writers are essential now more than ever.
Nick left the audience with a clear message: Technical writers must take ownership of AI's role in the industry. Rather than waiting to see how AI evolves, professionals should actively experiment, test, and define best practices for using AI effectively.
He also raised an important question about entry-level opportunities in the field. As AI takes over simpler writing tasks, how will new professionals gain the experience they need to enter the industry? It's a challenge that organizations and educators must address to ensure a strong pipeline of skilled technical writers.
00:00 - Introduction: Welcome to VistaTalks with Nick Hill
01:29 - AI in Technical Writing: Opportunities and Challenges
14:54 - The Risks of AI in Documentation
22:50 - Fine-Tuning Content for AI
29:53 - Balancing Speed and Quality in Documentation
37:39 - Industry Trends and the Future of Technical Writing
41:00 - Key Skills for Future Technical Writers
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