5 Trending Tech Blog Topics That Can Give You A Headstart

“I really want to get started with my blog, I swear I do. But I just don’t know what to write about.” Honestly, I have lost count of the number of times my friends have said this to me. Do you also wish to write a tech blog but are too caught up in what exactly you should write about? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered.

Some people read tech blogs to gain knowledge, while some read them for leisure purposes. Technology has become an inevitable part of our lives. We cannot imagine surviving without it in today’s fast-moving world.

In this blog, I am going to share with you 5 timeless ideas which will give you clarity of thought and kickstart your blog. When you find the appropriate topic to write about, you will probably find numerous articles on the topic you are aiming to write. Remember that doesn’t mean that you can not write about it, just make sure to write it in your own words and from your own perspective.

1. TECH TRENDS

As we live in a world that is constantly changing and developing when it comes to technology, writing blogs based on trends will always be a great idea. These blogs not only feed into the amusement of readers but also increase their awareness. Some examples of 2021 trends would be Cybersecurity Mesh, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Quantum Computing, 5G, and Hybrid Clouds. You can write about the trends found in various domains like:

· Apps

· Games

· Devices

· Software

· Programming languages

· Tools

· Online platforms

For these kinds of topics, you’ll have to be constantly informed; read all the latest articles, and go on Google Trends to see what’s trending. Follow the big players in the field of tech blogs like Wired, Techcrunch, VentureBeat, and dig the news. Try to test these trends before you write about them. Scan the internet for opinions on why is this a trend now. Go back in time and see if that particular trend has had attention in the past or not. Think ahead and try to predict its future existence in your conclusion.

2. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Today, the amount of data that is generated by both humans and machines far outpaces humans’ ability to absorb, interpret, and make decisions based on that data. Artificial intelligence forms the basis for all computer learning and is the future of all complex decision-making. This topic can be placed under the ‘Trends’ section. But I chose to separate it because it has gained a lot of popularity over the years and is not only a trend but a lifestyle. Also, you can easily find lots of sub-topics to write about like machine learning, robotics, and natural language processing.

Be curious and ask yourself significant questions and answer them in your blog, like:-

· How do you think AI will impact a common person’s life?

· What do you think the future will look like?

· Will the world be a better place or not?

Read everything that involves Artificial Intelligence, and try to understand the good and the bad. For example, some people consider AI as a threat and believe that with capital-intensive technologies, human-intensive requirements have decreased, and if human beings don’t add to their skills, then in no time they will be replaced with machines. While others might consider it a blessing because it is tireless, selfless, and works efficiently. In this way, you’ll attract both audiences: the critics and the advocates.

3. PRODUCT REVIEWS

These types of tech blogs are some of the most accessible, fun, and vast ones. A product review helps users get a clear idea of the product before purchasing it. They can read the reviews, clear their mind and decide whether the product is worth buying or not. There are a ton of products that can be analyzed, so why not include them in your technical blog? A very small percentage of customers are aware of the specifications of a product. The rest are simply reliant on some professional advice about how they should make their buying choice. That’s where you come in.

Here’s a checklist of what a good tech review should include:

· A description of the product — the domain of use, details about the manufacturer, models, colors, etc;

· Some history (optional) — when it was released? how did people embrace it?

· Price

· Who should buy/use it? — target audience of the product

· Benefits of using it

· Arguments of not using it;

· Representative photos (throughout the entire article);

· Include your final opinion in the conclusion

You can use the above checklist every time you want to review a product, and you’ll see it will be way easier to do so. Your opinion can be the last decisive last-read that someone does before purchasing a product. So give your honest opinion, and value your readership.

4. PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES

Computer programming has an integral role in our world. You would not be reading this article without it. In fact, without computer programming, you would not be able to use your cell phone, computer, or smart TV. Henceforth, it is now present in almost every field and people want to know and read more about it. Whatever you know, even if you are a novice in that particular language, show people how and where you use it. This topic is extremely diverse as there are thousands of programming languages available like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, C, C++, MySQL.

Wherein you can try to target specific topics such as DSA problems, flex boxes and grids, database management queries, etc. Apart from that, you can talk about common bugs like syntax errors, logical errors, or runtime errors and ways to fix them. You can also include codes in your blogs like this one for demonstration and teaching purposes.

5. TECH CONFERENCES / EVENTS

A tech conference is like the ‘Mecca’ of opportunities. It’s all about meeting the right people at the right time at the right place.

Sharing your ideas out loud with like-minded people or even better, presenting those motives on forums in front of an audience brings in new perspectives, and what better platform than a tech conference to present and discuss your views.

One of the best IT blogging topics is to try and find as many conferences as you can and present them as a list of tech conferences one must go to. For example —

· TechFest( IIT, Bombay)

· Cognizance (IIT Roorkee)

· Quark (Bits Pilani)

· Grace Hopper Celebration (USA)

It would be great if you would be able to actually go to some of them. That’s when you’ll be able to write from your own personal experience plus you’ll also meet new people and find fresh ideas. You can actually review conferences, give people insights, say what you liked, and what you didn’t. Describe how things went, it will help fellow tech enthusiasts to decide whether they should go or not in the future. This can be a great way for people reading your blog to learn something new.

There are thousands of tech blogs out there already. But there is always room for a new one that offers a fresh outlook. If you are passionate about technology then finding the right topic won’t be back-breaking for you. The only way to make your content stand out is to get out there, take your chances and start writing, RIGHT AWAY. All the best.

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