Matthew Moodie – Editor

Editor with 25 years' experience in technical publishing. Expertise in programming, computer science, and IT-related topics.

Overview

I have worked in tech. publishing for more than 25 years. I started as a technical editor straight out of university and have worked as an editor ever since. I write code: it's important that I'm an active programmer, to help me be a better editor of your technical content.

I have edited hundreds of technical books at three major tech. publishers. I'll be giving you all the support you need as you write and edit your book, so you'll be in safe hands.

Services

Developmental Editing

Copy Editing

Editorial Assessment

Proofreading

Book Coaching

Non-Fiction

Computers & Internet Technology

Languages

English (UK) English (US)

Work experience

Publisher

Self-employed

Sep, 2025 — Present

I help authors publish useful technical books for developers. I provide all editorial services, including editing, copyediting, layout, and cover design.

Editorial Director

Packt Publishing

Jul, 2021 — Aug, 2025 (about 4 years)

I trained the editorial team (UK and India) to increase their editing skills. I wrote extensive training material, including the editorial academy.

Lead Development Editor

Apress

Apr, 2008 — Jun, 2021 (about 13 years)

Development editor and editorial manager. Responsible for book quality across the company, from outline to publication.

Senior Editor

Apress

Mar, 2003 — Mar, 2008 (about 5 years)

Development editor on a range of technical books. Responsible for the quality of a portfolio of books and the work of other development editors.