Introduction To Localization Course

Discover the localization industry with our foundational course. Learn the key concepts, explore essential tools, and navigate the career paths available in the thriving world of localization.

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About the course

Start your journey into the localization industry and the careers it offers with our beginner-friendly course — no experience needed, just an eagerness to learn and connect globally.

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At the end you'll be able to:
  • Define what localization encompasses
  • Differentiate localization from translation
  • Recognize the global impact of localization
  • Identify steps in the localization process
  • Compare in-house and outsourcing approaches
  • Understand the function of CAT tools
  • Grasp the basics of Translation Management Systems
  • Comprehend the purpose of Machine Translation
  • Discover potential localization industry careers
  • Familiarize with common localization terms

31 lessons

Learn the essentials from the comfort of your home and at your own pace. We have 24 minutes of training material spread over 4 modules. ​

3 assignments

You learn best by doing. Expand your theoretical knowledge with simple exercises. Research your favorite brand or get a sense of the job market.

1 community

Become a member of our online community on Discord. Meet other students, get support and continue learning even after you finish our course.

Meet your instructors

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Andrej Zito

Hey, I’m Andrej! I started my localization career when I was 19 and learned pretty much everything on the job. I believe you can do the same – we learn best by rolling up our sleeves and doing the job. That’s why I started Localization Academy after 17 years in the industry.

I worked as a project/program manager for the biggest part of my career. I’m here to share my experience from both the client and vendor side, where I mostly led localization projects for Microsoft, Autodesk and Intel.

In my free time, I climb, dance, and play games. I’m not your typical stuffy-suit industry veteran — there will be lots of smiles and stories… and probably a little swearing!

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Carlos García Gómez

Hey, I’m Carlos! I have 7+ years of experience working in the technology department of different language service providers such as Donnelley Language Solutions, SDL plc, and Vistatec. My role as a Software Localization Engineer put me in charge of technical-related duties on software, website, and e-learning projects with some of the largest brands and companies in the world.

When I’m not working, I love to stay active with sports, read, game, and watch movies and TV shows. But my true passion is traveling and learning about new cultures – and of course, spending time with my loved ones.

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Pricing

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Understand localization basics and explore its career potential.

FREE

  • Self-paced learning
  • Access to our community
  • 31 short lessons
  • No experience needed
  • 3 simple assignments
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Frequently asked questions

Do I need any prior knowledge to complete the course?

Nope, this course is made for total beginners. All you need is a reliable internet connection, a computer… and some good coffee helps too!

What is the course format?

If you've ever taken a Udemy course, you'll feel at home. You will encounter short structured video lessons to follow along. We also have a community platform on Discord where you can engage with other students and instructors.