Court stenographers specialize in shorthand transcription using stenotype machines to record testimony, arguments, and judicial remarks. Their speed and accuracy enable creation of complete legal transcripts required for appeals and archival records. They must master stenographic techniques, legal vocabulary, and digital transcription tools. Stenographers support judges, lawyers, and litigants by ensuring reliable documentation of proceedings. With increasing digitization, hybrid stenography-digital reporting skills are valued. Career growth includes senior stenography roles, freelance reporting, captioning, or transition to court reporting management.