Wendy White
About Wendy White
Wendy White is a Technical Writer based in Perth, Australia, with extensive experience in games writing and user experience design. She has contributed significantly to various projects, including the indie game Pipe Dream, and is an advocate for neurodiverse users.
Work at SoftIron
Wendy White has been employed at SoftIron as a Technical Writer since 2021. In this role, she has contributed to the development of a technical writing style guide that ensures consistency and quality across all manuals and documentation. This guide aligns with the IEC/IEEE 82079-1-2019 Standard. Additionally, she assisted with the redevelopment of the Ceph website as part of broader open source community initiatives, reflecting her commitment to enhancing user experience and technical communication.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current role, Wendy White worked at Scitech as an Online Projects Developer from 2003 to 2011. During her eight years there, she gained valuable experience in project development. She also held a position at the Department for Communities as an Online Services and Business Systems Coordinator from 2011 to 2013. This role involved managing online services and coordinating business systems, further enhancing her technical and project management skills.
Education and Expertise
Wendy White studied at Murdoch University, where she achieved a degree in Multimedia from 2001 to 2004. She furthered her education in Digital Service Design, which has equipped her with a strong foundation in user experience design. Her expertise extends to technical writing and games writing, and she has been an experienced public speaker since 2019, sharing her knowledge at various conferences and events.
Achievements in Game Development
Wendy White contributed over 120,000 words to the indie game Pipe Dream, showcasing her skills in narrative and technical writing within the gaming industry. Her involvement in this project highlights her ability to engage with complex content and deliver it effectively to diverse audiences.
Community Engagement and Advocacy
Wendy White is passionate about supporting neurodiverse users in user experience design. She founded the Neurotopical network, which aims to amplify neurodiverse voices online. Her advocacy work reflects her commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in technology and design.