A Practical Guide to Software Localization

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A Practical Guide to Software Localization covers many of the things a localizer will come across. It contains chapters on translating software, translating on-line help and documentation, translation memory tools, project management, and terminology management. The examples in this book are applicable to most languages, they reference a typical localization project translated from English into French, Italian, German and Spanish. The platforms discussed are Microsoft Windows and Apple MacOS.

The daily tasks and responsibilities of project managers, localization engineers, and — most importantly — translators, has never been given much attention. A Practical Guide to Software Localization was written to fill that gap. It is designed as an up-to-date reference book suitable for (self)training in localization.

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[Language International World Directory, 3] 1998.  x, 310 pp.
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“I have come to know Bert Esselink as being passionate about localization. Nobody can talk and write so enthusiastically about the skills that move this rapidly growing industry. This book is a must for everyone who works in localization.”
“The book is truly a hands-on textbook that is larded with useful screen displays and precise instructions on how to proceed with any task.”
“This comprehensive, hands-on resource promises to be the indispensable tool for future training programs in the localization industry.”
“Esselink has produced a well-structured, step-by-step training manual as well as a useful reference book for translators, project managers and localization engineers.”
“Esselink's book will prove useful not only to students and professionals planning to enter the localization industry but also to those who want to keep an eye on tools which, in a few years' time, are likely to appear in most translators' workstations.”
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Subjects

Translation & Interpreting Studies

Translation Studies

Main BIC Subject

CFP: Translation & interpretation

Main BISAC Subject

LAN023000: LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Translating & Interpreting
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