Career Highlights

I am a Silicon Valley communications professional with senior-level, hands-on experience in technical writing and the Web. My key strengths span leadership, employee development, writing, editing, and content architecture. I have strong technical skills and learn new products and technologies by using them.

Linkedin profile and recommendations

Leadership

Senior-level people manager, program manager, and lead writer.

Website Design & Architecture

java.sun.com developer site, 1997 – 2003
Wireless Developer, 2001
http://www.pawlan.com, 2009
http://www.pawlan.com/monica, 2009

Writing Samples

See Articles, Books, and Writing Samples.

Java Technology Concept Map:
http://pawlan.com/monica/articles/Java_Technology_Concept_Map.pdf

Web Design & Development Tips
http://webcsstips.wordpress.com/

Better Vision, Naturally
http://natural2020vision.wordpress.com/

Technical Skills

Languages: C, C++, the Java programming language, HTML, XHTML, CSS, XML, & JavaScript

Tools: Adobe Framemaker, Adobe Acrobat Professional, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photshop, Visio, DreamWeaver, SnagIt, Unix, Windows, NetBeans, content management, and various software version control systems.

Volunteer Work

The Hat Box Foundation: Crochet hats for babies, toddlers, and children.
Second Harvest Food Bank: Cash and food donations.
EHC Lifebuilders: Cash and goods donations.