WordFast | SDL Trados Studio 2009 | Transit XV/NXT | Proofreading for Translators | Working as a Project Manager | What CAT tool | HTML | SEO
WordFast Classic and WordFast Pro
The aim of this course is to get translators started with WordFast Classic and Pro. The course gives an overview of the main concepts behind this CAT tool and of its main functions. It is suitable for all translators who either already use a CAT tool and wish to switch to WordFast Classic or Pro or for those who are thinking or have already WordFastClassic or Pro and find it difficult to use. At the end of the course, the participants will be able to:
Understanding the whole WordFast Classic and Pro project workflow;
Creating a project adding reference material;
Creating a dictionary and adding it to a project;
Working efficiently in the WordFast Classic and Pro environments;
Performing all due controls on the files;
Managing the translation memory;
Importing other CAT tools translation memories / exporting TMX.
Courses for absolute beginners and advanced users of WordFast Classic and WordFast Pro. Course are available both for groups (max. 10 partecipants) and individuals. For the next training dates please visit the WordFast website.
SDL Trados Studio 2009
Course for beginners and advanced users of SDL Trados Studio 2009 (both Freelance and Professional versions). Courses are available both for groups (max. 10 partecipants) and individuals. At the end of the course the participants will be able to:
Understand the Views in Trados 2009;
Understand the single-file and the project workflows;
Understand the importance of the different settings;
Understand how to create a Project, a Project Package and/or receive a Project Package;
Understand how to work in the Editor;
Understand how to create a Return Package.
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Transit XV and Transit NXT
Course for beginners and advanced users of Transit XV (Workstation, Professional and Enterprise versions, as well as Transit Satellite PE) and Transit NXT Freelance and Transit NXT Professional versions. Transit is one of the most powerful and robust CAT tool on the market and aimed at translation professionals or agencies who deal with large-scale complex projects and need a reliable tool.
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Proofreading for Translators
The aim of this course is to provide translators with an understanding of what skills are required for proofreading a document and ensuring optimum quality. The course covers all aspects of a typical ‘quality assurance’ workflow that need to be followed before delivering the final document. It is suitable for translators who wish to offer an extra service to their clients or simply want to increase the quality of the work they deliver. At the end of the course, the participants will be able to:
Understand publishing processes and the proofreader’s place in it;
Understand methods of proofreading;
Understand the basic concepts of MS Word revision tool and Acrobat sticky notes;
Understand punctuation;
Understand spelling and grammar;
Understand where to find and use styleguides;
Understand document formatting issues.
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Working as a Project Manager
The aim of this course is to provide translators with an understanding of what skills are required from a Project Manager. The course covers all aspects of a typical translation workflow from making a quote to delivering the finished project. It is suitable for would-be PMs but, most of all, to those who wish to work as self-employed translators, regardless whether they work for agencies or for direct clients. At the end of the course, the participants will be able to:
Generate a precise and acceptable quotation;
Understand the main concepts of translation workflow management;
Implement their own checklist of tasks that need to be completed throughout the various phases of the project;
Understand the basic concepts of document management;
Understand how to keep a small file-based system for managing their own projects and how to keep records;
Know where to look for further help.
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What CAT tool?
The aim of this course is to provide translators with an understanding of what CAT tool do, how they can help improve their translation workflow, and how to choose the right tool for their own needs. The course provides an overview of the major CAT tools used in the industry, their strengths and weaknesses, and their specific use depending on the needs. At the end of the course, the participants will be able to:
Understand the basic concepts of CAT tools, such as TM, segments, fuzzy;
Understand how they can improve the translation workflow;
Understand how to choose the right tool depending on their specific needs;
Know where to look for further help.
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HTML and Web Programming
The aim of this course is to provide translators with the skills and understanding of basic concepts in the area of web design and client-side web programming. At the end of the course the participants will be able to:
Understand the basic concepts of client-side web architecture;
Create well written basic html code (change font size, colour, create tables, add buttons, forms, textboxes, hyperlinks, etc.);
Understand and implement basic Javascript code;
Understand the basic principles of client-side programming.
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SEO for translators
The aim of this course is to provide translators with a basic understanding of the techniques used for optimising website pages so that they can be indexed easier by search engines such as Google or Bing. At the end of the course the participants will be able to:
Understand the importance of well written content and carefully chosen search keywords;
Understand the importance of encouraging links to the website through link-building activities and Social Media;
Understand how Google AdWord works and its advantages;
Understand how to use Google Trends, Google Insights for Search and Google AdWords Keyword Tool for testing the choice of keywords.
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