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<p>For term conventions, check our guide and word list first, then <em>The Chicago Manual of Style</em>, 17th edition, then <em><a href="https://www.merriam-webster.com">Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary</a></em>. Use your book-specific word list (provided by production) to document style choices that differ or are not covered here (e.g., A.M. or a.m., data center or datacenter).</p>
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<p>To avoid unintentional bias, when writing about groups of people, check the group’s advocacy organization for guidance on appropriate language. The <a href="https://consciousstyleguide.com">Conscious Style Guide</a> is one good resource, aggregating links to relevant organizations. <strong>The <a href="https://itconnect.uw.edu/work/inclusive-language-guide">University of Washington has another</a> that is tech-specific.</strong> Always follow a person’s preference and note exceptions, if necessary (e.g., quoting research that is decades old).</p>
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<p>To avoid unintentional bias, when writing about groups of people, check the group’s advocacy organization for guidance on appropriate language. The <a href="https://consciousstyleguide.com">Conscious Style Guide</a> is one good resource, aggregating links to relevant organizations. <strong>The <a href="https://itconnect.uw.edu/work/inclusive-language-guide">University of Washington has another</a> that is tech-specific.</strong> The <a href="https://ncdj.org/style-guide">Disability Language Style Guide</a> is a thorough guide to writing about disabilities with sensitivity. Always follow a person’s preference and note exceptions, if necessary (e.g., quoting research that is decades old).</p>
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<p>For questions specific to your book or assignment, please consult with your editor or production editor.</p>
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