XLIFF
XLIFF (XML Localisation Interchange File Format) is an XML-based standard for exchanging localization and translation data between tools and systems. It provides a common format to store translatable text, metadata, and translation status, enabling interoperability in multilingual content workflows. It is widely used in software localization, documentation translation, and content management systems.
Developers should learn XLIFF when working on internationalized applications or content that requires translation into multiple languages, as it streamlines the localization process by separating translatable text from source code. It is essential for integrating with translation management systems (TMS), automating translation workflows, and maintaining consistency across language versions, particularly in agile development environments.