Adam Locke
About Adam Locke
Adam Locke is a Technical Writer with extensive experience in both hardware and software documentation. He has held various positions at notable companies including Elastic, IBM, and DataStax, and currently works at Chronosphere, focusing on API documentation and user interaction.
Current Role at Chronosphere
Adam Locke serves as a Technical Writer at Chronosphere since 2022. In this role, he focuses on implementing API documentation by integrating the OpenAPI Specification. His responsibilities include creating clear and concise documentation that supports user understanding and interaction with the company's products.
Previous Experience at Elastic
Prior to his current position, Adam worked at Elastic as a Principal Technical Writer from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he contributed to the development of technical documentation that facilitated user engagement with Elastic's software solutions.
Career Background in Technical Writing
Adam has a diverse background in technical writing, having held various positions across multiple organizations. He worked at DataStax as a Senior Technical Writer from 2017 to 2018 and later as a Principal Technical Writer from 2018 to 2020. His experience also includes roles at IBM, where he served as an Information Developer for several years, and at Lucas Systems and Emerson Process Management.
Educational Background
Adam Locke studied at Penn State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a focus on Technical Writing from 2001 to 2005. This educational foundation has equipped him with the skills necessary to effectively communicate complex technical information.
Skills and Expertise
Adam possesses a technical background that encompasses both hardware and software, with a particular emphasis on software. He has experience in UI design and context-sensitive help, which aids in enhancing user interaction. Additionally, he is skilled in deciphering complex technical information and converting it into clear, concise documentation.