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Language:
English
Summary:
This webinar will explain software localization and the translator's role in the process, the difference between translation and localization, present some of the most popular software localization tools, including pro's and con's with each of them and what mistakes you should avoid when localizing software.
Description
Software localization and translation has become a multi-million dollar professional industry. If you are familiar with computers, software and technology, software translation can be a very lucrative specialization. This course will introduce you to software localization as a specialization in the translation industry; explain the difference between localization and translation and what role the translator has in the localization process. It will also introduce you to some of the most common software localization tools, advantages and disadvantages, and highlight mistakes you should avoid. After this course the attendees will have a basic knowledge about software localization for translators.
Target audience
Freelance translators and small agencies that are interested in specializing in software localization.
Learning objectives
This course will introduce you to software localization as a specialization in the translation industry, explain the difference between localization and translation and what role the translator has in the localization process. It will also introduce you to some of the most common software localization tools, advantages and disadvantages, plus what mistakes you should avoid. After this course the attendees will have a basic knowledge about software localization for translators.
Prerequisites
- knowledge of computers and software
- know how to use some CAT-tools
- interest in software localization as a specialization
Program
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- Definition of software translation and localization
- The difference between localization and translation
- Why localize software?
- The translator's role in the software localization process
- Localization tools for translators
- Software localization mistakes to avoid
Payment and access information
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To purchase your seat at this session please click on the "buy" button. Available slots are limited and will be assigned to registered and paid participants as soon as payment is reported. Early payment is advised in order to secure participation. Allow some time for payment processing if you are paying by wire transfer.
After your payment is received, your status will be changed to “registered and paid” and your spot for the session will be secured. An invoice and receipt of payment will be sent to you for your records.
How do I access the online platform?
72 hours before the webinar takes place, you will receive an invitation to join the session. Please, click the registration link or button provided in the invitation email and complete the registration form.
Software and system requirements
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For Mac®-based Users:
• Required: Mac OS® X 10.4 (Tiger®), OS X 10.5 (Leopard®), OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard®)
• Required: Safari™ 3.0 or newer, Firefox® 2.0 or newer; (JavaScript™ and Java™ enabled)
• Internet Connection Required: Cable modem, DSL or better recommended
• Required: PowerPC G4/G5 or Intel processor, 512 MB of RAM or better
To Use VoIP (microphone and speakers or headset):
• Required: Fast Internet connection (384 kbps or more recommended)
• Required: speakers or headset (USB headset recommended)
• NOT required: Microphone - attendees can communicate with the trainer through incorporated chat.
Recommendations
• For the visual section of the training course, we recommend that you have a 64kbps link. This means using an ISDN line or Broadband. Wireless connection is NOT recommended.
• For the audio section of the training course, we recommend that you have a headset or speakers.
• We recommend that you log in 30 minutes in advance of the start time to prepare for the training course.
Courses will be open half an hour before the start time. Please login before the start time to ensure that everything on your system is working correctly.
Bio: Tess Whitty is a certified English into Swedish translator, specializing in digital marketing and localization. With a degree in International Marketing and background as marketing manager, she also shares her marketing knowledge and translator experience with other freelance translators as an award-winning speaker, trainer, consultant, author, and podcaster. She is involved in several translator associations as a committee chair, language chair, trainer and mentor. In 2020, she was ranked among the top 50 world’s industry localization influencers.
For more information, or to connect, go to www.marketingtipsfortranslators.com, or www.swedishtranslationservices.com.
Please be informed that the training will last three hours. After the training a video recording along with handouts will be emailed to all registered and paid users.
Hope this helps.
My bests, Helen
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I would like to know if I can purchase this webinar and receive all the material without being connected at the time the course is running. I am working at that time and I won't be available.
Thank you, Priscila
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Registrants get unlimited access to the webinar recording
May 9, 2011
Dear Priscila,
Thanks for your interest in this webinar.
Yes, you can. Participation fee includes access to the webinar session, unlimited access to the webinar recording - whether you can attend the full live session or not -, reference material and certificate of attendance.
Hope this answers your question.
Best regards,
Soledad
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Tess Whitty United States Local time: 11:30 Member (2004) English to Swedish
The course will last one hour.
May 18, 2011
Hi,
I just noticed this comment. I am giving a one hour webinar, not three hours and it will cover the basics of localization seen from a translators perspective.
Helen Shepelenko wrote:
Hello Aida,
Thanks you for considering taking this course.
Please be informed that the training will last three hours. After the training a video recording along with handouts will be emailed to all registered and paid users.
Hope this helps.
My bests, Helen
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Hi, I have just found out about this webinar and I don't think i can pay the fee in due time. If I am going to pay the fee tomorrow, may I have access to the recording and the additional material after the 24 of May? I am very interested in this subject, that's why I am searching for a way to purchase the handouts, the recordings and the certificate.
Thanks!
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Huong Nguyen United States Local time: 13:30 English to Vietnamese + ...
instruction on how to access webinar recording
May 25, 2011
Hello, I registered and paid for the webinar, but was unable to attend it. How can I access the recording and obtaining material/handout? Thanks in advance for your reply! Huong Nguyen
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Please be informed that all registered and paid users will be emailed with links to handouts and the video recording during the next working week. Once the video is ready I will also reply with the link here in the forum.
Please note that you will get unlimited access to the materials and it will be possible to watch the video as many times as it is needed and whenever it is needed.
Hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any questions or con... See more
Hello Huong,
Please be informed that all registered and paid users will be emailed with links to handouts and the video recording during the next working week. Once the video is ready I will also reply with the link here in the forum.
Please note that you will get unlimited access to the materials and it will be possible to watch the video as many times as it is needed and whenever it is needed.
Hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
Hi, I have just found out about this webinar and I don't think i can pay the fee in due time. If I am going to pay the fee tomorrow, may I have access to the recording and the additional material after the 24 of May? I am very interested in this subject, that's why I am searching for a way to purchase the handouts, the recordings and the certificate.
Thanks!
Hi rusu,
I am really sorry to find out that you could not pay for the training to attend it. But no worries, once the webinar video is ready it will be uploaded in the video center, http://www.proz.com/translator-training/format/videos , and then can be purchased for 15 USD. I am afraid in this case no certificate of attendance will be issued, but please feel free to check the webinar page, http://www.proz.com/translator-training/format/webinar-presentations , for more upcoming training suggested at ProZ.com.
Hope this helps.
My bests, Helen
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Huong Nguyen United States Local time: 13:30 English to Vietnamese + ...
instruction on how to access webinar recording
Jan 1, 2013
Hello, More than one and a half year has passed and I haven't received the instruction/link to access the webinar recordings. Is there anyway you can send/resend it to me? Thank you. Huong
Huong Nguyen wrote:
Hello, I registered and paid for the webinar, but was unable to attend it. How can I access the recording and obtaining material/handout? Thanks in advance for your reply! Huong Nguyen
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Alejandro Cavalitto Argentina Local time: 15:30 Member (2008) English to Spanish + ...
Sending the information directly
Jan 2, 2013
Hello Huong,
I'm sorry, it seems that you did not receive the notification for some reason. I am sending it to you directly by email now.
"I am really satisfied about the course, it showed me exactly what software localization was about an..." Read mored now I am really considering to focus my translation career on localization."
"Good introduction to the subject matter for the beginner that I am. Maybe I would have appreciated m..." Read moreore concrete examples of how to go about it but, on the whole, it was O.K"
