türkçe Türkçe The Digitalized Face of Translation: A Comparative Analysis of SmartCAT, Matecat, and OmegaT
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Technology that changes and develops day by day has closely affected and continues to affect the translation and interpreting profession as it has affected many other sectors and professions. Today, Computer Assisted Translation Tools (CATs) are among the most common tools where translation and technology meet on a common ground. Offering many useful features to both translators who are already in the translation sector and translator candidates who are preparing to be in this sector, CAT tools draw attention with their diversity. In this study, SmartCAT, Matecat and OmegaT, which are some of the well-known tools in the sector, were examined in terms of their practical functionality and user experiences, and these tools were compared in terms of their contributions to translators and their ease of use. This study aims to respond to the needs arising from the increasing integration of translation technologies into professional practices and to raise awareness on the proper selection and use of CAT tools. The study also aims to fill the existing gap in the literature and contribute to the studies conducted in the field of translation technologies in Türkiye. The fact that user experience-based research on these tools is limited in Türkiye might make the study valuable in terms of literature. The study is based on descriptive research methodology. The findings revealed important criteria to be considered when selecting a suitable tool for the needs of prospective translators and professionals. According to the research findings, SmartCAT stands out especially in terms of its cloud-based structure and team collaboration, Matecat in terms of its user-friendly interface and advanced features, and, OmegaT in terms of being an open source and free desktop application.
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