While Word is the word processing software of choice for many translators, how many of us have really taken the time to get to know its many features and functions? Used effectively Word can assist in increasing productivity and proper customization can prevent a lot of frustration. Using macros can turn Word into a powerful tool for translation.
This seminar will teach you how to customize Word to meet your needs, such as customizing the autocorrect and auto formatting options, the quick access toolbar (Word 2007/2010), how to assign shortcut keys, and how to use freely available macros. There will also be an introduction to Word 2013, the latest version of Word, and a demonstration of translation tools developed by the speaker.
This seminar will mostly take place in Japanese. Questions in English are welcome.
This seminar will be streamed live exclusively to JAT members. The stream can be accessed here.
Note: the password for accessing the stream is displayed at the top of the page.
Speaker Profile
Junya Nitta is a patent translator-cum-Word macro programmer.
After graduating with a degree in environmental engineering from Osaka University, he studied for a Masters in civil and environmental engineering (M.Eng.) at the University of California, Berkeley. Upon returning to Japan, he spent five years working as an engineer before deciding to change careers and become a translator. He spent six years working at a patent firm during which time he encountered and became captivated by macros and programming.
He set up his own company NIT Inc. in October 2011, and spends his time translating patents, giving Word and macro related seminars, and writing macros, many of which he publishes on his blog, "Word Macros for Everyone". In 2012 he wrote a series of articles on macros for ALC’s “Honyaku Tsuyaku no Tobira”. His software includes "Right-Click to Google" for advanced web searching from Word and "Para Para", a program designed for translators who type over the source text..
In October 2011 and again in October 2012 he was awarded the title “Microsoft MVP for Word” (MVP: Most Valuable Professional), an accolade awarded to only 22 individuals worldwide.
Junya enjoys programming from a translator's perspective, with a particular focus on macros for patent translators.
Date: Saturday, February 9, 2013
Time: 14:00-17:00
Doors open: 13:30
This meeting is expected to be extremely popular and participants are recommended to arrive early!
Place: Forum 8, Shibuya
Address: Dogenzaka 2-10-17, Shibuya, Tokyo
Phone: 03-3780-0008
Cost: JAT members free, Non-members 1,000 yen (advance registration not necessary)
Koryukai: from 17:00
Venue: B.Y.G
Cost: 2,000 yen (Food only/cash bar)
Inquiries: Tokyo Activities Committee
JAT members can view the videos and download the slides/handout from the links below:
20130209_JAT_Word_Customization_PowerPoint_1.pdf
20130209_JAT_Word_Customization_PowerPoint_2.pdf
20130209_JAT_Word_Customization_Word.pdf