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Single Sourcing with Word and FrameMaker; XML Strategizing
Two of the most popular tools for authoring technical information are Microsoft Word and Adobe FrameMaker. Often, organizations are required to move information from one source to another. This session demonstrated how to round-trip information between Microsoft Word and Adobe FrameMaker. Many technical publication groups use FrameMaker as the strategic tool for single source publishing. The speaker showed that both tools have a specific time and place for use, pointing out that content often needs to flow between these applications. He helped participants learn how to correctly develop FrameMaker to best use cross-references, generated files, master pages, hypertext commands, and more to breathe life and interactivity into your documents. His presentation encouraged others to take Word and make the documents they create “fly” from the automation added to a traditional template that drives content dynamically and allows for simpler conversion. The speaker also showed how to add the power of XML to both tools, creating a combination that allows for dynamic exchange of data without the problems normally associated with content conversion. The speaker believes that publishing smarter is what software is supposed to allow us to do. This session showed specific steps to develop a publishing system that is better, faster, and smarter.
About the Speaker
A recognized publishing technologies expert, Bernard Aschwanden presents at conferences and events across Europe and North America. Bernard is an Adobe Certified Expert, a Certified Technical Trainer and the author of numerous publications on publishing and single sourcing. A dynamic and entertaining speaker, he tailors his presentations to the audience and welcomes participation.
As the Managing Director of Front Runner Publishing Solutions, a Senior Member of the Society for Technical Communication, and past president of the Computer Trainers Network, Bernard has helped hundreds of companies implement successful publishing solutions. Bernard is focused on publishing better, publishing faster, publishing smarter.
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