Hi, my name is

Xintong Wang.

I build with words and code.

A tech-savvy documentarian with great interest in software tooling, crafting well-structured documentation that translates complex concepts into clarity.

About Me

I am a technical writer with a passion for web development and a background in applied linguistics. I am especially interested in the intersection of technology and language. I am currently working at a semiconductor company.

I am passionate about continuous learning, highly adaptable to new concepts and tools. I’m proud to be a loyal Coursera explorer! See all my Coursera certificates here.

Here are a few technologies I've been working with recently:
  • Documentation: Asciidoc (asciidoctor-pdf), Markdown (mkdocs), Hugo
  • Automation: Python, Bash, Makefile
  • Version control: Git, GitHub
  • Back-end tools: Django, Flask
  • Front-end tools: HTML, CSS, JavaScript

Work Experience

Technical Writer - JLSemi
Dec 2022 - Present
Check out my Ethernet notes

I primarily work on datasheets for chip products such as PHY transceivers or Ethernet switches.

These are key documents in the semiconductor industry designed for enterprise engineers to understand a product’s specifications, features, and integration requirements.

Education

Sep 2021 - Sep 2022
Master's in Applied Linguistics
University College London, UK
GPA: Graduated with Distinction

Highlights:

  • Volunteer at IoE Confucius Institute: Assisted in training sessions for local teachers, supporting Mandarin instruction and cultural exchange.
Sep 2017 - Jun 2021
Bachelor's in English Language and Literature
Sichuan University, China
GPA: 3.93 out of 4.0 (top 7%) | TOEFL 113 | TEM-8 Excellent

Highlights:

  • Multiple scholarships and awards for academic excellence
  • Team Leader for a research project on Chinese Dishes Translation (excellent project)
  • Head of Collaboration Department at Five-Colored Stone Volunteer Group: Liaised between over 2,000 university volunteers and students from 24 local schools to coordinate one-to-one composition exchanges.

Documentation Portfolio

Hugo Profile Docs Contribution
Open Source Hugo Profile Theme
Hugo Profile Docs Contribution
Open source documentation contribution to the Hugo Profile project: improved README structure, clarity, and usability for new users.
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Switch Functions in Automotive Ethernet Networks
Ethernet AsciiDoc
Switch Functions in Automotive Ethernet Networks
An accessible overview of Ethernet switch functions in automotive networks, covering frame forwarding, VLANs, QoS, TSN, multicast control, and security.
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Getting Started with AsciiDoc
AsciiDoc Asciidoctor PDF
Getting Started with AsciiDoc
A beginner-friendly guide to AsciiDoc fundamentals and PDF conversion, based on personal experience and practical insights.
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Ethernet Study Notes
Ethernet Hugo Docsy Markdown
Ethernet Study Notes
A personal knowledge base introducing Ethernet technology, covering standards, protocols, and applications.
Demo

Projects

Green Screen Composer
HTML CSS Javascript
Green Screen Composer
A simple web-based tool to replace green screen backgrounds, apply filters, and download edited images.
Demo
Little Lemon Restaurant Back-End
Django Django REST Framework (DRF) MySQL
Little Lemon Restaurant Back-End
A Django backend with MySQL integration, offering RESTful APIs for table bookings and menu displays via Django REST Framework.
Band Site Back-End
Django Flask MongoDB
Band Site Back-End
A Django backend with two decoupled Flask microservices for song CRUD operations with MongoDB and RESTful image APIs.