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Hi, I am Lilian Lee, a Senior Technical Writer who bridges the gap between product and users.
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My Expertise
With deep experience in technical writing, I specialize in Docs as Code, content workflows, user experience, and docs team management.
- Over 8 years of experience in technical writing, specializing in databases
- Expert in Docs as Code practices, with strong GitHub and Markdown proficiency
- Skilled in content production workflows and documentation project management
- Improving efficiency through process optimization, using scripts and AI tools
- Enhancing UX by incorporating feedback, data analytics, and usability testing
- Empowering engineers via technical writing training to improve writing skills
My Side Projects
Alongside my main work, I actively engage in side projects that help contribute to the growth of the technical communication community.
- The lilin90/awesome-technical-communication GitHub project: a curated collection of valuable resources on various aspects of technical communication
- WeChat Subscription Account & Zhihu column 技术传播那些事儿: sharing useful knowledge on technical communication in Chinese, with over 140 posts published
Me in the Community
I contribute to the technical communication community by speaking at conferences, sharing insights at meetups or seminars, and participating in industry initiatives.
- Presented on Docs as Code pracitces at IEEE ProComm Conference 2019
- Spoke on using ChatGPT in technical communication at tcworld China 2023
- Delivered multiple talks on GitHub+Markdown practices at meetups or seminars
- Contributed as an expert reviewer to UX assessment specifications for technical documentation (China)
What Others Are Saying About Me
The people I work with inspire me to keep growing and push the boundaries of what I can accomplish. Here are some kind words from those who’ve worked with me.
I had the pleasure to work with Lilian from 2017 to 2022 and I never ceased to be amazed by Lilian's positive and can-do attitude, quick-learning skills, detail-oriented approach when it comes to technical communication. Her tenacity and relentless sharing also impressed me greatly.
Lilian started as an individual contributor and was soon promoted to be a team lead. As a team lead, Lilian excelled at motivating her colleagues, providing clear direction, and fostering an environment of collaboration and growth. She demonstrated exceptional ability to prioritize tasks, delegate responsibilities effectively, and ensure projects were completed on time while maintaining high quality standards. Her leadership style balanced empathy with accountability, allowing team members to develop their skills while meeting organizational goals.
Lilian consistently demonstrated exceptional teamwork abilities and brought innovative solutions to complex problems. Her contributions were invaluable to our company, and her ability to collaborate effectively across departments made her a true asset to the team. I would welcome the opportunity to work with her again in the future.
Queeny Jin
Head of Marketing and DevRel
Lilian is an exceptional technical writer who excels at creating various types of documents and blogs, with expertise in docs-as-code practices. Driven by a genuine passion for learning and sharing knowledge in technical communication, her articles are a must-read for both beginners and seasoned professionals, offering practical insights and valuable guidance.
Grace Cai
Senior Technical Writer
Lilian is an outstanding technical writer. She has a solid foundation in technical writing and holds herself to the highest standards of documentation quality. Her communication skills are exceptional, and she has a strong sense of teamwork. As the documentation lead for TiDB at PingCAP, she has built a highly effective and cohesive documentation team. Working with her feels like a refreshing breeze.
Faxin Hou
Senior Technical Writer
Lilian is a highly experienced technical writer with deep expertise in technical communication and docs-as-code practices. Her awesome-technical-communication project provided me with invaluable guidance when I was starting out as a technical writer. She regularly shares practical tips and in-depth analyses of emerging trends, helping technical writers adopt best practices and improve efficiency.
Aolin Zhang
Senior Technical Writer
Lilian is a seasoned technical writer passionate about sharing knowledge and mentoring beginner writers. She writes with meticulous attention to detail, consistently delivering high-quality work. As the lead of the documentation team at PingCAP, she combines a warm, approachable demeanor with exceptional leadership, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone thrives.
Tom Xiong
Senior Technical Writer