Another significant aspect of our development process was addressing the localization of the interface. It's crucial to emphasize that localization is a far more intricate process than simply translating text within the interface, although it may seem trivial at first glance. Localization encompasses a range of complex architectural solutions that not only facilitate translation but also ensure ongoing support throughout the project's lifecycle.
During the development of Telesite, we encountered the challenge of localizing the editing interface for websites. This was particularly challenging, given that, as mentioned earlier, the fields in each block are dynamic.This compelled us to create an internal standard that efficiently enables the reuse of translations across all blocks.
We implemented multilingual support for four languages to meet the needs of Telesite users worldwide.
To simplify the management of language versions, we developed our own solution called "next-i18n-config" for Next.js. This allows us to efficiently handle translations and localization, ensuring a seamless interaction with various language versions of the website.
Our package is available on npm (next-i18n-config)
It is essential to emphasize that during the development of software products, it is crucial to consider localization from the very beginning.
Otherwise, there is a risk that localization could become a significant barrier and lead to delays in development or even issues in the project's functionality. Therefore, the integration of localization should be regarded as a strategic task that requires attention from the outset of the development process.