Brenda Huettner is a technical writer who has also worked as an editor, trainer, and manager, for both software and hardware companies. She is a Fellow of the Society for Technical Communication, a Senior Member of IEEE active in the IEEE Professional Communication Society, and a member of the Usability Professionals Association. Brenda has published several books and articles on a variety of technical, management, and career development topics. She was honored by the designation of minor planet 2000 BA32 (2002 PT16) as 75841 Brendahuettner.