I write to you with interest in contributing to clarification of the text of the user interface for OpenOffice.org.
Over the years, I have used this software (in Mac X11, no less) quite a bit. I continually find that the Help Guide is strong. However, I often find myself wanting to rewrite the text in dialog boxes and preference panes so that it is more grammatical, orienting, and consistent. Of course, a stronger interface attracts more usersand it makes documentation less necessary (and also less challenging work). A little about me... I recently left a role as Director of Training and Professional Development for a major education curriculum publisher in which I oversaw the writing of clear, concise, layout-oriented text using simple language, aimed at helping people get up and running with programs (software, online, and print curriculum, all academic subjects). I also have worked in web design and music publishing, focusing mostly on user interface and experience. Please let me know where I can next turn to contribute in this area of OOo development. Best, Dennis Desormier New York City, United States 646.505.8941
