Software localization

(2022 update) Thanks to globalisation and the internet, companies can do business with clients all over the world. Clients who do not necessarily speak English. Actually, more than half of internet searches are made in… leer más

If you hadn’t already realised, the United States doesn’t have an official language. English is the most spoken language in the country and the official language in more than 30 of its 50 states. Spanish… leer más

A Women in Localization event   Last 4th April I was honoured to be part of a panel about localization at startups. Women in Localization Catalan chapter was the organiser of the event. Women in… leer más

And working as a team with my clients   The Prêt-à-translate office is small. I never hold meetings with my clients at my office, mainly because most of them are foreign companies. They’re in Germany,… leer más

This is where it all starts   Barcelona’s Mobile World Congress is here again! This international mobile technology fair showcases all the latest in devices, apps, technologies and platforms for a huge variety of sectors from… leer más

They may not be books, but they do need to be translated   Today is World Book Day and many blogs will no doubt talk about Cervantes, Shakespeare, literature and literary translators, like I did… leer más

Reach and engage your target audience in 3 stages   As of today, Europe’s biggest mobile technology event is being held in Barcelona: the Mobile World Congress. Until 1 March, mobile phone operators, app developers, device… leer más

What do translators and interpreters do?   Today is International Translation Day, a celebration that was set up by the International Federation of Translators in 1953. This year is particularly special, as it has gained recognition… leer más

Testing is a critical stage in the localization process   Have you ever checked how many apps you have installed on your smartphone? Without counting the default apps, we are always installing and uninstalling apps… leer más