Practice English vocabulary for continuous localization pipelines: automatic string extraction, CI integration, Crowdin workflows, and translation PRs.
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Every time a developer commits code, the system automatically collects all translatable text from the source files. Which phrase describes this?
'Strings are extracted automatically on commit' means a tool parses source code on each commit and pulls out all translatable text (strings) for the localization pipeline.
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The localization workflow runs as part of the automated build and test process. Which phrase is correct?
'The localization pipeline runs in CI' means localization tasks — extraction, upload to TMS, validation — are integrated into the continuous integration system and triggered automatically.
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Your project uses Crowdin, which is connected directly to your GitHub repository. Which phrase describes this setup?
'Crowdin integration with GitHub' describes the official Crowdin-GitHub connection that automatically syncs source strings from the repo to Crowdin and pushes completed translations back.
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After translators finish their work in the TMS, the completed translations appear in your repository as a pull request. Which phrase is correct?
'The translation is pushed back as a PR' means the TMS (translation management system) automatically opens a pull request in the source repository with the completed translation files.
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An automated bot automatically opens a pull request containing the new or updated translations. Which phrase is correct?
'The localization bot creates a translation PR' — many TMS tools use a bot account to automatically open pull requests whenever new translations are ready, enabling review before merging.
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John from the Localization team just sent you this Slack message: 'We're seeing a high volume of requests for the 'settings' string in French. Can anyone investigate why?' Which term best describes this situation?
This scenario highlights a common issue in localization: certain strings (like 'settings') are consistently translated and therefore frequently requested. 'High-priority localization request' accurately reflects the urgency based on translation demand – it's not about code quality or technical debt, but the need to fulfill a specific translation task. The Slack message indicates a focus on identifying *why* this string is being repeatedly localized.
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You're reviewing a pull request that includes updated translations for the UI. A comment from another developer reads: 'The translation of 'Save' in German is inconsistent with our existing style guide.' What does this comment primarily refer to regarding continuous localization?
'Style consistency' is key here. Continuous localization isn't just about accurate translations; it's also about adhering to established guidelines and patterns for terminology and formatting. While 'semantic equivalence' considers the meaning of the translation, the comment specifically points out a deviation from the *style* – a crucial aspect in maintaining a usable and coherent product across locales.
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During a standup meeting, you're discussing your progress on translating the app's documentation. A teammate asks: 'Are we tracking the number of unique phrases needing translation?' Which phrase accurately represents this activity within a continuous localization workflow?
'Phrase count analysis' directly addresses tracking the number of unique phrases. This metric is vital for understanding the scale of the localization effort and predicting resource needs. While 'localization scope definition' relates to determining what *needs* translating, it doesn't focus on counting existing phrases; 'translation memory utilization' refers to how efficiently existing translated content is being leveraged.
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You're writing the description for a pull request that introduces new translations for a mobile app. The PR includes the following text: 'Added translations for 'Login', 'Register', and all variations in Spanish.' What term best describes this process?
'Localization scope expansion' perfectly encapsulates adding new strings to a previously localized project. The PR description highlights that new content (strings) are being included – this represents an increase in the scope of what needs translation. 'Translation string enrichment' refers to improving existing translations, and 'content localization' is too broad.
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Your team uses a TMS (Translation Management System) that automatically generates translation memories based on previous translations. A developer notices the TMS flagging 'duplicate translations' for the 'About Us' section in Japanese. Which phrase describes this situation within continuous localization?
'Translation memory redundancy' accurately captures the problem: the TMS has identified multiple instances of the same translated phrase. This highlights the importance of leveraging translation memories to ensure consistent and efficient localization – a core principle in continuous localization workflows. While 'localization reuse optimization' is related, it doesn't specifically describe the identification of duplicates.
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Practice English vocabulary for continuous localization pipelines: automatic string extraction, CI integration, Crowdin workflows, and translation PRs.
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