Write the Docs Bay Area Unconference!

✍️ Write the Docs Bay Area Unconference
Join us for an exciting, community-driven event in Berkeley, inspired by the Write the Docs Portland Unconference! No presentations are required, so come ready to share ideas, ask questions, or simply listen and learn. Whether you're new to documentation or a seasoned pro, everyone is welcome!

Instead of scheduled talks, you'll help shape the agenda and participate in small-group discussions focused on the topics that matter most to today's documentation community.

Why Attend?

• Learn practical ideas from peers facing similar challenges.
• Share your experiences and ask questions in a collaborative setting.
• Meet technical communicators from across the Bay Area.
• Help shape future Write the Docs Bay Area events.

Discussion Ideas

The agenda will be crafted by attendees at the start of the event. Here are a few ideas to spark conversation:

• 🤖 AI & Agent-Ready Documentation
• 📝 Docs-as-Code & Documentation Automation
• 🔌 API Documentation & Developer Experience
• 🏗️ Information Architecture & Content Strategy
• 🌍 Localization & Scaling Documentation
• 💼 Career Growth, Job Searching & AI
• 🧠 Domain Expertise & SME Collaboration

Got another topic in mind? Bring it along! The best discussions often arise from ideas passionate attendees want to explore.

Confirmed Facilitators

• Doug Purcell – Technical Writer, Supermicro
• Clarence Cromwell – Technical Writing Manager, Black Duck Software
• Jared Bhati – Senior Staff Technical Writer, Waymo

Interested in leading a discussion? Sign up to be a facilitator!

What to Expect

• Shape the agenda collaboratively with your peers.
• Choose from two facilitator-led discussion tables during each breakout session.
• Join engaging discussions and exchange ideas!
• Connect with fellow technical communicators from across the Bay Area.

You'll leave with fresh ideas, practical takeaways, and valuable connections with documentation professionals in the region.

Agenda

• 🕐 1:00–1:15 PM - Check-In & Networking
• 🗳️ 1:15–1:30 PM - Welcome & Topic Proposals & Voting
• 💬 1:30–2:15 PM - Breakout Session 1
• ☕ 2:15–2:25 PM - Refreshment Break
• 💬 2:25–3:10 PM - Breakout Session 2
• 📢 3:10–3:30 PM - Community Takeaways
• 🤝 3:30–4:00 PM - Networking & Closing
• ☕ After 4:00 PM (Optional) - Coffee or Late Lunch Nearby

Keep the conversations going at a nearby café or restaurant.

See comments and pictures from past events!