Pratap Kumar
About Pratap Kumar
Pratap Kumar is a Senior Technical Writer with extensive experience in creating various technical documents, including user manuals and product videos. He has worked for multiple companies in India, including Aqua Security and Gainsight, and possesses strong skills in XML authoring tools and content management systems.
Work at Aqua Security
Currently, Pratap Kumar serves as a Senior Technical Writer at Aqua Security, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on creating user-friendly documentation that effectively communicates new features and functionalities of products. His work involves close collaboration with engineers and product managers to ensure that the technical content meets user needs and aligns with product development.
Previous Experience in Technical Writing
Prior to his current role, Pratap Kumar worked at several organizations in various capacities related to technical writing. He was a Senior Technical Writer at GGS Information Services India PVT. LTD from 2011 to 2013 and at Lionbridge from 2013 to 2015. He also held positions at Gainsight, where he served as a Senior Technical Writer from 2016 to 2018 and as a Lead Technical Writer from 2019 to 2021. His experience includes a role at Cyient from 2015 to 2016 and at Cognizant Technology Solutions from 2010 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Pratap Kumar possesses extensive expertise in technical writing, specializing in creating a variety of technical documents such as user manuals, admin guides, release notes, and product videos. He has hands-on experience with XML authoring tools, including PTC Arbor text (Epic) Editor, Oxygen XML, and Adobe Framemaker. His understanding of SAP-based Content Management Systems further enhances his capabilities in managing technical documentation.
Documentation Management Skills
In his roles, Pratap Kumar has demonstrated strong skills in guiding and collaborating with other technical writers. He effectively scopes, assigns, and manages documentation tasks to ensure efficiency and quality in the documentation process. His ability to develop projects from initial groundwork to fully established documentation projects showcases his comprehensive approach to technical writing.
Visual Content Creation
Pratap Kumar specializes in enhancing technical documentation with visual content. He creates architecture, flow, and process diagrams that aid in the understanding of complex information. This skill is crucial in making technical content more accessible and user-friendly, thereby improving the overall documentation experience.