Corso Crash course in localization

Course delivered in English
Lessons: 25
Level: Intermediate
Access: Free Online Course (Audit)

Course info:

Learn how to successfully manage the localization process while optimizing costs.

Introduction to the course for localization managers

• Introduction to the course for localization managers min 00:41

Translation vs. localization

• Translation vs. localization: What is the difference? Min 05:14
• What is internationalization (i18n)? Min 05:26
• Software internationalization: How to expand globally
• [CHECKLIST] 20 steps to software localization

Quiz 1 - 5 questions

Localization Maturity Model

• How to use Localization Maturity Model (LMM) Min 07:34
• Webinar: Localization maturity model: Where does your company fit? Min 50:26

Why do you need a localization strategy

• Why do you need a localization strategy? Min 05:10
• Localization strategy: 5 tips from localization pros

How to assemble a great localization team?

• How to assemble a great localization team? Min 01:45
• How to solve biggest localization issues for developers 29 Pages
• How to create a strong localization team when you need it 30 Pages

In-house vs. outsourcing localization - which one is right for you?

• In-house vs. outsourcing localization - which one is right for you? Min 00:55
• Is localization moving in-house in 2021?

Working with external localization partners

• Working with external localization partners Min 00:36

Tips for handling your localization process wisely

• Tips for handling your localization process wisely Min 06:05

How to choose an LSP - part 1

• How to choose an LSP? - Silvia Mapelli Min 04:02

How to choose an LSP - part 2

• How to choose an LSP? - James Chase (Milengo) Min 03:47
• How to choose the right translation company (+ a list of 12 reliable companies)

Translating is the new swimming: understanding translator’s point of view

• Translating is the new swimming: understanding translator’s point of view Min 05:20
• 6 biggest pain points when working with freelance translators (and how to handle them)

Quiz 2 - 5 questions

GitHub workflow

• GitHub workflow Min 03:20
• Localization workflow best practices

Automations workflow

• Automations workflow Min 02:48
• How Deliveree increased translation efficiency through automation by 80%

OTA workflow

• OTA Workflow Min 09:37
• How to incorporate machine translation into your localization workflow

Design-stage localization

• Design-stage localization Min 06:21
• Lokalise monthly demo: Figma integration
• Lokalise monthly demo: Sketch integration
• How to design for a global audience
• The complete guide to design-stage localization 36 Pages
• 90% faster feature rollout – how the Figma integration was a game changer for design-led localization at Withings

Switching from spreadsheets to a TMS boosts productivity by 75%

• Switching from spreadsheets to a TMS boosts productivity by 75% Min 02:49

Why spreadsheets shouldn’t be your go-to localization tool

• Why spreadsheets shouldn’t be your go-to localization tool Min 04:36
• Webgains lowers translation batch preparation time from 1 hour to 15 minutes with Lokalise
• How LumApps localizes into 18 languages to reach customers globally
• Lokalise helps Lucca to shorten new language release time by 8x
• How AFS used Lokalise to bring order to chaos

How to choose your translation management system (TMS) or localization software?

• How to choose your translation management system (TMS) or localization software? Min 08:50
• How to choose the best translation management system
• Building your localization tech stack: the 5+ tools you need

What is a continuous localization platform?

• What is a continuous localization platform? Min 00:36

Continuous localization

• Continuous localization Min 04:37
• [CHECKLIST] How to successfully implement continuous localization at the design stage 3 Pages

How to optimize localization costs?

• How to optimize localization costs? Min 06:17

Quiz 3 - 5 questions

How does localization drive growth?

• How does localization drive growth? Min 07:08

Lokalise as a go-to solution for localization

• Lokalise as a go-to solution for localization 04:42
• Lokalise monthly demo: Getting started with Lokalise

Quiz 4 - 5 questions

Certificate

• Course evaluation - 9 questions
• Certificate of completion

This course is a comprehensive and easy-to-consume resource for localization managers and managers of all kinds who are just getting started with localization or are looking to improve their process. As you move through the course, you will hear from localization experts with decades of experience who have already generated growth for companies participating directly in various types of localization processes and overcome many challenges along the way. This course sums up everything you need to know about the best practices in localization.

10+ hours of learning materials
Learn from established experts who have a rich academic background and proven track records in the localization industry.
Discover useful frameworks, tips, and examples that can help you improve your existing localization process or start one the right way from scratch.

This Certification Course is managed by our partner Lokalise Academy. In order to get this certification you will be required to enroll in the Lokalise Academy Platform, where you will be able to find this and many other courses and certifications.

Once you have finished the course, go back to the course page in Guilds42 to upload proof of completion (jpg / png / pdf). Your document will be evaluated and, if appropriate and verifiable, you will find this certification validated in the dashboard.