About this course

This course provides you with an understanding of a robust framework for structuring and managing content using the DITA-XML method. As an open standard, DITA empowers the creating, organizing, and publishing of information, emphasizing a format defined by schema and reusability principles. Positioned at the forefront, Advanced DITA-XML serves as a cutting-edge solution for technical communicators.

Skills covered 

• DITA-XML Fundamentals
• Advanced Structuring Techniques
• Specialized DITA-XML Features
• Advanced DITA-XML Best Practices
• Integration with CMS

Tools Covered:

• Oxygen XML Author
• Oxygen XML Editor
• Madcap Flare
• IxiaSoft

Key features:

• Modularity and reusability: DITA-XML enhances efficiency in content management through structured, reusable modules, ensuring consistency and streamlined maintenance across multiple documents.
• Information Organization: DITA-XML supports hierarchical structures through maps, crucial for managing complex documentation projects.
• Multichannel Publishing: Structured content is adaptable for diverse output formats, including print, web, and mobile.
• Specialization: Customization of DITA-XML allows tailoring to specific industry or content requirements, providing flexibility.
• Metadata and Semantic Tagging: Inclusion of metadata and semantic tagging enhances content discoverability and search capabilities.
• Collaborative Authoring: Advanced DITA-XML supports collaborative environments, enabling simultaneous contributions from multiple authors.
• Versioning and Change Management: DITA-XML supports version control, ensuring accurate and relevant content over time.
• Integration with CMS: Seamless integration with Content Management Systems enhances content governance and lifecycle management.