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Introduction to Games Localisation

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Course summary

Start time:	Jun 20, 2017 14:00 GMT Add to calendar The session has already taken place. A link to the video will be added for purchase within one working week after the session at http://www.proz.com/translator-training/course/15103 If you purchased the webinar please find the video at your My videos page http://www.proz.com/videos/my_videos A certificate of attendance can be downloaded at http://www.proz.com/profile/?show_mode=standard#trainings Duration: 60 minutes. Check what time the course is running in your local time here. Purchase four online sessions for only ~~80 USD~~ 72 USD today! See other sessions from the bundle below: * June 20 Introduction to Games Localisation * June 27 Challenges in Games Localisation * July 4 Bug Fixing and Spotting * July 11 Practical Examples and Specific Challenges for Sports Games Localisation Your purchase includes: * access to the online session with a Q&A portion, * unlimited access to video recording and handouts, * a certificate of attendance available for download from your ProZ.com profile. Important: Those who purchase a seat in advance may be able to pay an "early bird" or cheaper price, while those who confirm participation later or last minute, may likely have to pay a higher fee. In some training sessions a price increase based on the number of registrants may also apply, i.e. the first 15 registered pay one price, the next 10 pay a a slightly higher price etc. Early payment is advised in order to secure participation and help reach the course minimum participation - unfortunately, courses may occasionally be cancelled or rescheduled, if the confirmed participation in advance is very low. Even if you do not attend the online session you will still have unlimited access to the video recording and training materials within one working week after the session. Useful links: Once uploaded, the video will be available from the video centre ProZ.com training cancelation policy.
Language:	English
Summary:	A brief introduction to basic concepts in the localisation industry such as localisation, globalisation, internationalisation, as well as steps in the localisation process.

Description

In the session, you will learn the basics about localisation and understand the steps you need in order to carry on your localisation project: from the very internationalisation to localisation, going through globalisation and language engineering. Additionally, you understand the differences between localisation and translation, as well as some best practices for your localisation services, either as a translator or as an end-costumer.

Learning objectives

Getting familiar with the concepts of localisation and all the processes involved in it.

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How do I access the online platform?

72 hours before the webinar takes place, you will receive an invitation to join the session. Please, click the registration link or button provided in the invitation email and complete the registration form.

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For PC-based Users:

• Required: Windows Vista – Windows 10
• Required: Google Chrome v39 or later; Mozilla Firefox v34 or later; Internet Explorer v8 or later (JavaScript™ and Java™ enabled)
• Required software: GoToWebinar desktop app; JavaScript enabled
• NOT required: Microphone - attendees can communicate with the trainer through incorporated chat.

• Internet Connection Required: 1 Mbps or better (broadband recommended)
• Recommended: 2GB or more of RAM (recommended)

For Mac®-based Users:

• Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) – 10.11 (El Capitan)
• Required: Microsoft Edge; Apple Safari v6 or later
• Required software: GoToWebinar desktop app; JavaScript enabled
• NOT required: Microphone - attendees can communicate with the trainer through incorporated chat.

• Internet Connection Required: 1 Mbps or better (broadband recommended)
• Recommended: 2GB or more of RAM (recommended)

Join from Android

• Operating system: Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or later
• Internet connection: 3G connection or better (WiFi recommended for VoIP audio)
• Software: Free GoToWebinar App from the Google Play Store

Recommendations

• For the visual section of the training course, we recommend that you have a 64kbps link. This means using an ISDN line or Broadband. Wireless connection is NOT recommended.
• For the audio section of the training course, we recommend that you have a headset or speakers.
• We recommend that you log in 30 minutes in advance of the start time to prepare for the training course.

Courses will be open half an hour before the start time. Please login before the start time to ensure that everything on your system is working correctly.

Created by

Juan Pablo Sans View feedback | View all courses

Bio: I am Juan Pablo Sans, a translator specializing in media content for the combinations English/Italian-Spanish. I have seven years of experience in the market with different clients such as SDI Media, Alpha CRC, Seprotec, Treeloc, Frontier Developments, Sintagma, and many other agencies in the market. I am also a language tutor in Cambridge, UK, and a translation trainer. For more information, please check my website www.juanpablosans.com.

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Introduction to Games Localisation

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Questions about the session.

Jun 14, 2017

Hello! Just to clarify, is the Introduction to Games Localisation session about videogames? Is it only focused on the process? I mean, it is not about translating from X language to English specifically? Thank you!