Part I: Introduction to DITA

This module introduces the fundamental concepts and benefits of DITA structured authoring.

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this module, you will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental challenges of traditional documentation methods and how structured authoring addresses them.
  • Define DITA and explain its core principles and architecture.
  • Identify the key benefits of using DITA for technical communication.
  • Compare DITA to other XML-based standards and lightweight markup languages.