DITA is an important topic at the Conference for Software User Assistance.
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The following sessions highlight DITA, XML, and information architecture:
Information Modeling in XML • Bob Boiko
Using DITA as a Content Delivery System for Mobile Devices • Kris Rockwell
An Update on DITA Features, Tools, and Best Practices • Tony Self
Making Metadata Work • Mike Crandall
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Using XML for Book Publication • Richard Hamilton

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