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» TRANSLATORS NOW AND THEN - HOW TECHNOLOGY HAS CHANGED THEIR TRADE
By Luciano Monteiro | Published 06/15/2009 | Technology , CAT Tools , Software and the Internet | Recommendation:RateSecARateSecARateSecARateSecARateSecI
Over the past few years, translation as a trade has seen significant changes brought about by the advent of new technologies. In an industry that is growing dramatically in terms of revenues, more and more computer applications are being used in order to speed up work and provide greater effectiveness. Among the new technologies, the use of translation memories stands out, by which translators can take advantage of their previous work to avoid repetitive tasks and save time and effort. Such changes are also helping translators gradually increase their average income and get rid of the old stereotype of poorly paid professionals.
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» Should the Translator Take the Reader to the Author, or the Author to the Reader?
By Giulbas Kazimova | Published 08/9/2026 | Translation Theory | Recommendation:RateSecARateSecARateSecARateSecARateSecA
Foreignisation and domestication are two fundamental approaches in translation. This article explores how translators balance cultural fidelity and readability, and why the most appropriate strategy often depends on the purpose, genre and target audience of the text.
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» Cinq pièges de traduction qui se paient en droit
By Philippe LOGNOUL | Published 07/30/2026 | French , Legal/Patent Translation | Not yet recommended
La traduction juridique passe pour une formalité technique. Elle est en réalité un acte de droit : un mot mal rendu déplace une charge de la preuve, périme un consentement, fausse une expertise, fait tomber un moyen. Cinq pièges récurrents, et la manière de les désamorcer avant qu’ils ne se paient — au cabinet, à l’étude notariale, en garde à vue ou devant l’administration.
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» Subtitles; here's what AI got wrong
By subtitling.net | Published 06/24/2026 | Localization and Globalization | Recommendation:RateSecARateSecARateSecARateSecARateSecI
Readable subtitles, it's all about reading speed optimization.
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» Beyond Post-Editing: How I Pivoted My Practice into AI Integration Consulting
By Raquel Hurtado | Published 06/13/2026 | Software and the Internet | Not yet recommended
The traditional per-word translation model is broken. In this article, I share my personal journey pivoting from a passive, end-of-line post-editor into a strategic AI Integration Consultant, detailing how to rebuild your pricing, transform client conversations, and position the linguist's brain as the ultimate operating system.
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» Sworn translations: practical considerations and common mistakes to avoid
By Cristiano Schemeil | Published 04/24/2026 | Business of Translation and Interpreting | Recommendation:RateSecARateSecARateSecARateSecARateSecA
This article outlines when sworn translations are required and highlights common practical issues that may lead to document rejection in official procedures.
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