Introducing MadCap Flare

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14px">This course is designed specifically for existing users of RoboHelp who are planning to switch to the new Flare authoring tool from MadCap Software. No previous experience of working with Flare is required however, familiarity with RoboHelp (2002 or later) is a prerequisite.

How will I benefit?

After taking the course, you will be equipped to migrate your existing projects and workflows from RoboHelp to MadCap Flare in a smooth and well-planned way. You'll be able to avoid the potential pitfalls, and to work more efficiently and effectively with this new XML-based Help development tool.

Course duration

One to two days, depending on your objectives and previous experience.

Course outline

• A feature-by-feature comparison of RoboHelp and MadCap Flare
• A guided tour of the MadCap Flare user interface
• A five-point plan for migrating your projects from RoboHelp to MadCap Flare
• What you'll need to know about XHTML and CSS to get the most from MadCap Flare
• How you may need to adapt your workflow and authoring practices for MadCap Flare
• Preparing for future Help technologies with MadCap Flare

Introducing your trainer

Matthew Ellison has 19 years of experience as a user assistance professional in the software industry, and is a qualified teacher (PGCE) and Certified Technical Trainer. He has trained more than 800 authors how to develop online Help, and is a MadCap Flare Certified Instructor. Matthew has been invited to present an introduction to MadCap Flare at the 2006 WritersUA Conference in Palm Springs.

This is primarily ilt training This is a workshop seminar This is an online eLearning or CBT training program This class may be available at a classroom in Ringwood, Hampshire, Contact Matthew Ellison Consulting for more information

Course Level: introductory Duration: 1 days Training Presented in: English

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