Your essential machine translation briefing

Formats: Webinar presentations
Topics: Business of Translation and Interpreting
Software, tools & computing
Machine Translation Post-Editing
Course summary
Start time:Feb 8, 2017 15:00 GMT     Add to calendar

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Duration: 60 minutes.

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* access to the online session with a Q&A portion,
* unlimited access to video recording and handouts (available within one working week after the session),
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Language:English
Summary:This webinar, based on the talk Gwenydd Jones gave at the ProZ.com conference in Stockholm, will bring you up to date on machine translation. It includes guidance on staying informed, post-editing and diversification. A chance to update your knowledge and start thinking about possible next steps, in the context of machine translation.
Description
Machine translation is set to grow. Are you wondering if you should be doing anything about it? This webinar, based on the talk Gwenydd Jones gave at the ProZ.com conference in Stockholm, will tell you what you need to know about developments in this area. The presentation also explores ideas for long-term strategies freelancers can apply, in the context of machine translation. It includes guidance on staying informed, learning about post-editing, and diversification. A chance to update your knowledge and start thinking about possible new steps.



Last November Gwenydd Jones and Tess Whitty, a successful freelance translator and entrepreneur, prepared a podcast on machine translation. In this episode they focused on machine translation. Is it a threat? How can a translator best make use of it and develop alongside it? Learn more about it at http://marketingtipsfortranslators.com/episode-110, and see you all at the webinar!
Target audience
-Translators at all stages of their careers.
-Project managers interested in listening to the freelancer's perspective.
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To purchase your seat at this session please click on the "buy" button. Available slots are limited and will be assigned to registered and paid participants as soon as payment is reported. Early payment is advised in order to secure participation. Allow some time for payment processing if you are paying by wire transfer.

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How do I access the online platform?

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For PC-based Users:

• Required: Windows 7 – 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.

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Created by
 Gwenydd Jones    View feedback | View all courses
Bio: Gwenydd Jones is a freelance Spanish-to-English translator and translator trainer. She has two MAs, the first in Translation Studies and the second in Legal Translation, and the DipTrans (CIOL). With 10 years’ experience, Gwenydd specialises in business, marketing and legal translation. She is also a copywriter. You can read her blog and discover her Spanish-to-English translation courses at translatorstudio.co.uk.
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