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ASCII Codes
Tuesday, August 26, 2024
What are ASCII Codes? What are they used for? In this article, I explain what ASCII codes are used for, why we use them in the translation industry and how you can use them when writing content. These very useful codes won't have any secret for you anymore...
Solutions for fighting global warming
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
I recently translated into French a very inspiring article for the News section of Climate Impact Partners’ website. This organisation helps companies reduce their carbon footprint, offering them to finance projects for climate action. Illustrated with several convincing charts, Climate Impact Partners explains how companies could have a major impact on global warming...
Typography Rules
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
One day, I was troubled by a final –British– client asking if the space I used before the “:” mark was intentional. Another way of saying that they thought it could be a typo. So I made my point explaining them that it was not an error, but only different typographic rules between French and English...
Translator – A confidential job
Monday, October 23, 2023
Today, Wacom publishes a press release announcing the reveal of two new elite tablets – the Cintiq Pro 17 & 22. Speaking of this new product launch, I would like to highlight a part of my job that I enjoy quite a lot – knowing exclusive information ahead of the rest of the world...
Tips for your sport activities
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
It's Back to School time! For the kids – but also for their parents practicing in a sport club. And for your equipment, I suggest that you read the pratical tips found in the blog published on Intersport.ch website. I did translate this website from German into French last June. You will find here...
This website is now available in English!
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
On this special day while celebrating the Independence Day in the US, I am pleased to announce that the content of this website is now available in a bilingual version. I have...
Road Safety: A priority for car manufacturers
Friday, June 2, 2023
For several years now, car manufacturers have been struggling to improve safety on the road, for the occupants of their vehicles as well as for the other road users (pedestrians, cyclists, etc.). I have recently translated a text...
Welcome to my website!
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
I have been thinking of this for a while… And after a two-day training especially developed by CréActifs for freelancers, it has now become a reality: I have created my own website! I used the Content Management System WordPress and the page builder Elementor to...
Cultural Hints – Easter
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
On Sunday morning, the Easter Bunny left on his way some chocolate eggs in the gardens for children. But did you know that in France there is no Easter Bunny? This is the role...