Glossary

Learn basic terms associated with localizing DITA content.

CAT

Computer-Assisted Translation; the use of software tools (such as translation memory tools and terminology managers) to assist a human translator in the translation process.

CSV

Comma-Separated Values; a text file format that uses commas to separate values.

DITA

Darwin Information Typing Architecture; a standard XML-based architecture for creating topic-based documentation.

memoQ

A popular computer-assisted translation (CAT) software suite that runs on Microsoft Windows operating systems.

oXygen XML Editor

A popular XML editor offering advanced features for working with DITA content.

SVG

Scalable Vector Graphics; an XML-based vector graphics format.

XML

eXtensible Markup Language; a markup language designed to store and transport data in a format that is readable by both humans and machines.