Computer Science (CS): Technical Writing & LaTex

Research Guide for Computer Science

Technical Writing Resources

Technical Writing Essentials by Suzan Last
This open textbook is designed to introduce readers to the basics of technical communication: audience and task analysis in workplace contexts, clear and concise communications style, effective document design, teamwork and collaboration, and fundamental research skills.
Technical Writing for Software Developers by Chris Chinchilla
Ebook - click on title to access
Writing in the Technical Fields by Thorsten Ewald
Ebook - coming soon!
The IEEE Guide to Writing in the Engineering and Technical Fields by David Kmiec; Bernadette Longo
Ebook - click on title to access

LaTex

Overleaf for LaTex

Overleaf for LaTex. "Overleaf Professional features for all students, faculty and staff who would like to use a collaborative, online LaTeX editor for their projects. Overleaf Professional features include real-time track changes, unlimited collaborators, and full document history. Overleaf is designed to make the process of writing, editing and producing your research papers and project reports much quicker for both you and your collaborators."

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Templates

UW thesis template using LaTex
ACM: Conference Proceedings Primary Article Template using Overleaf for LaTex
IEEE: Manuscript templates for conference proceedings using LaTex
USENIX: LaTex templates for USENIX papers

Additional Resources

CTAN LaTex packages