The LangCTL Blog

Developer-focused articles about CLI-first translation management, i18n workflows, and localization best practices.

i18n cli

CLI-Based i18n Management: A Developer-First Approach to Localization

Why CLI-first translation management is becoming the preferred choice for developers who value automation, Git workflows, and staying in their terminal.

5 min read
i18n developer-tools

Translation Management Tools for Developers: What to Look For

A developer's guide to evaluating localization tools. Covers common pain points, workflow considerations, and what makes a tool developer-friendly.

5 min read
i18n cli

CLI-First vs Dashboard-First Localization Tools: A Practical Comparison

Comparing workflow philosophies for translation management. When does CLI-first make sense, and when are traditional dashboard tools the better choice?

6 min read
i18n lokalise

Lokalise Alternative for Developers: When CLI-First Makes More Sense

Comparing Lokalise with CLI-first translation management. When each approach works better and what to consider when evaluating alternatives.

5 min read
i18n phrase

Phrase vs CLI-Based Localization: Different Philosophies for Different Teams

Comparing Phrase's enterprise platform approach with CLI-first localization tools. Understanding which workflow philosophy matches your team's needs.

6 min read
i18n small-teams

Translation Management for Small Teams: Avoiding Enterprise Overkill

How small teams and indie developers can manage i18n without expensive enterprise tools. Practical approaches that match modest budgets and simple needs.

6 min read
i18n git

How to Manage i18n in Git Workflows

Best practices for versioning translation files with Git. Covers branching strategies, conflict resolution, and maintaining clean translation history.

6 min read
i18n ci-cd

Automating i18n in CI/CD Pipelines

How to integrate translation validation, sync, and deployment into your CI/CD workflow. Practical examples for GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, and general pipelines.

6 min read
langctl getting-started

Getting Started with LangCTL: CLI-First Translation Management

A narrative introduction to LangCTL. Understand why the tool exists, how it approaches localization, and get a high-level view of the workflow.

5 min read
langctl comparison

When NOT to Use LangCTL

An honest look at when LangCTL isn't the right choice. Understanding the tool's limitations helps you make better decisions about translation management.

5 min read

Ready to try CLI-first translation management?

Start managing your translations from the terminal. Free to get started.