A lot of people were abroad when the coronavirus pandemic broke out causing certain inconveniences. We are not talking about the inability to go out for breakfast or to visit a museum. The prospect of getting sick does not seem a tempting idea, not to mention the situation when you catch a virus in a foreign country without speaking the local language. In this case, not only doctors but also translators and interpreters with a medical background will be there to help you recover.
The Internet allows us to communicate with people from all over the world with the help of just a few clicks. Software development companies ride on the wave of technological progress and surely have various opportunities to enter the global market. Today, providing services in any language and for any culture is not a whim but a must. And that’s when software localization is needed.
Nowadays, we live in the world of information. You can’t avoid consuming it both online and offline. These are not just some simple ads, but also significant data that can guide us through the constantly changing daily life. Covid-19 has taken root in our routine since 2020 regardless of whether we wanted it or not, and for English-speaking people, everything has long been clear about the matter: all those ‘wash your hands’ and ‘keep social distance’ posters. However, the situation around the world is different.
Streaming platforms are on the rise now: more popular TV shows and movies mean more subscribers and… fewer professional translators. Those who are able to create high-quality subtitles and scripts for voice-over actors. People watching Netflix´s hit series Squid Game constantly complain about the poor quality of subtitles in French, Hindi, and even in English. Why does it happen to such a top project?
Literary translation deals with the translation of creative and dramatic prose and poetry into other languages. Apparently, in this field, creativity and writing talents are just as important as linguistic prowess.
The technical aspects of cryptocurrencies are a challenging thing. For translators working in this subject field, deep specific knowledge is an absolute must-have. But first, it’s worth considering how these notions are perceived in different countries while learning terminology along the way.
When we hear “blockchain”, we usually think of cryptocurrencies. However, this peer-to-peer platform can be applied not only in finance. Blockсhain has brought a revolution into the digital world. This type of data store records virtually everything of value without intermediaries. The database is controlled in a decentralized network which makes it impossible to hack.
Let’s take one step away from the translation industry. Learning languages opens a much broader world: translation, interpretation, and teaching are not the only possible options. Having a degree in linguistics actually means having a great deal of opportunities.
In the era of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Translation, you need to constantly keep learning to stay up to date. No matter whether you’re a freelancer or an in-house translator, continuous professional development (CPD) is the top trend in the industry.
From IT to scientific research, companies deal with documentation that needs to be translated, especially when launching a new product. However, it’s not a purely linguistic thing – technical translators must be aware of the market and industry features.
