Free time-saving tools and utilities for translators

Formats: Webinar presentations
Topics: Business of Translation and Interpreting
Software, tools & computing

Course summary
Start time:Feb 19, 2014 17:00 GMT     Add to calendar

Duration: 60 minutes.

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There needs to be a minimum of 10 students to conduct this training session. If the minimum of paid students is not reached 72 hours before the session is to take place, you will be notified and a training credit/a refund will be issued accordingly.




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Summary:This webinar will present some of the most useful free tools and utilities available to translators: free CAT tools, search tools & widgets, time-saving utilities to improve the project management workflow and free utilities to improve time management and increase your productivity.
Description
Effective implementation of free tools and utilities in the translation workflow can help you work faster AND better, increasing both your productivity and accuracy. This webinar will present some of the most useful free tools and utilities available to freelance linguists, including

- free CAT tools
- free search tools & widgets
- free time-saving utilities for better project management
- free utilities to improve your time management and overall productivity

All the tools and utilities presented in the webinar have been tried and tested - each presentation will also come with hints and tips on how to customise the use of said tools to maximise efficiency.


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Target audience
This course is designed both for newly established translators and experienced professionals willing to

- improve their translation workflow
- increase their productivity
- work smarter
- improve their time management strategy
Learning objectives
This webinar offers:

- information on free tools and utilities which will help you improve the translation workflow (CAT tools, search tools & widgets)
- hints and tips on how to implement said free tools and utilities in the workflow
- information on free tools and utilities to improve the project management workflow
- information on free utilities to improve time management and increase productivity
Prerequisites
This webinar does not require any previous specific knowledge of experience.
Registration and payment information (click to expand)
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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 (click to expand)
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Software

For PC-based Users:

• Required: Windows® 8, 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
• Required: Internet Explorer® 7.0 or newer, Mozilla® Firefox® 3.0 or newer or Google™ Chrome™ 5.0 or newer (JavaScript™ and Java™ enabled)
• Internet Connection Required: Cable modem, DSL, or better Internet connection
• Recommended: Dual-core 2.4GHz CPU or faster with 2GB of RAM (recommended)

For Mac®-based Users:

• Required: Mac OS® X 10.6 – Leopard® or newer
• Required: Safari™ 3.0 or newer, Firefox® 3.0 or newer or Google™ Chrome™ 5.0 or newer (JavaScript™ and Java™ enabled)
• Internet Connection Required: Cable modem, DSL, or better Internet connection
• Required: Intel processor (1GB of RAM or better recommended)

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.

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Created by
Alessandra Martelli (X)    View feedback | View all courses
Bio: Alessandra Martelli is a freelance translator and copywriter working in the industry since 2002. Alessandra specializes in translation and copywriting projects in the fields of Marketing & Advertising, Market research and Tourism, and she is the “Italian voice” of some of the most important brands operating in the fields of luxury, tourism & hospitality, B2B services worldwide.

Conference speaker and professional trainer, Alessandra provides hands-on actionable training to freelance translators willing to improve their skills both as professionals and as business owners.

Website: www.mtmtranslations.com
Twitter: @mtmtranslations
General discussions on this training

Free time-saving tools and utilities for translators
Jennifer Howitt
Jennifer Howitt Identity Verified
United Kingdom
Local time: 15:02
Member (2013)
Chinese to English
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Access to recording and materials afterwardsFeb 11, 2014

I am interested in this course but can't attend at the scheduled time. Unlike other Proz.com webinars, this one does not mention that the recording and materials would be available for a certain time afterwards. Is it therefore not available?

Jennifer Howitt


 
Access to recording and materials afterwardsFeb 11, 2014

Jennifer Howitt wrote:

I am interested in this course but can't attend at the scheduled time. Unlike other Proz.com webinars, this one does not mention that the recording and materials would be available for a certain time afterwards. Is it therefore not available?

Jennifer Howitt


Hello Jennifer,

Indeed, the session will be recorded and all registrants will be emailed a link to the video and handouts within one working week after the session.

Hope this helps.

My bests,
Helen


 
Odile Gayon
Odile Gayon Identity Verified
United Kingdom
Local time: 15:02
English to French
I use MacFeb 13, 2014

Hello Helen,
Are those free tools available for both Windows AND Mac?
Thanks,
Odile


 
Alessandra Martelli (X)
Alessandra Martelli (X) Identity Verified
Italy
Local time: 16:02
English to Italian
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Tools for Windows/MACFeb 14, 2014

Hi Odile,

thank you for your interest in the course.
Out of a dozen tools we will touch on in the webinar, 7 can also be used in Mac environments (either as downloadable tools or online services).

I hope this helps.

Kind regards,
Alessandra


 

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