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user adoption of eBook documentation
Discussion started by John Sgammato , on 12 May 04:40 PM
Our company founder wants me to convert some or all of our docs to be available on eBooks. I know there is a certain amount of "gee-whiz" factor here, and I am OK with that. I like the challenge, and I am interested in the technology for itself and for my resume. I have had enough initial success to be encouraged.
But... Does anyone here have experience with users actually wanting and using documentation in eBook format?
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I haven't used the eBook format specifically, but I know creating something electronically opens up a myriad of possibilities not available to you through paper mediums. In one of my old jobs, our company was looking at implementing multi-media eBooks. It's interesting to see all the different ways you can relay information when you add technology to the mix.
Wednesday, 25 May 2011 11:00
Also anecdotal only...it seems that more and more people are using at least one electronic device to consume information. If documentation for a company's product can be read and understood apart from the product, people may prefer to read it electronically.
Tuesday, 24 May 2011 21:39
Anecdotal evidence only... I published a guide (in both paperback & ebook format) for an open source project. To date, ebook sales have slightly outpaced paperback sales (~15%). But that may also be due to price -- ebook is priced 1/3 of the paperback and has no delivery charge.
Friday, 13 May 2011 09:42
