translatekit

The "Meet the Translation API" session at WWDC 2024 introduces new APIs that leverage the machine learning models behind Apple's Translate app, enabling developers to integrate powerful translation features into their own apps. Here are some key points covered in the session:

1. Introduction: The session begins with an overview of the translation features available in the Translate app and the new APIs that developers can use to add similar functionality to their apps. (Introduction)

2. Simple Overlay Translation: The simplest way to add translation to an app is through a translation overlay. This can be done with just one line of SwiftUI code, providing users with a translation of text into their own language. (Simple overlay translation)

3. Flexible Translation: For more complex scenarios, such as translating multiple comments at once, the flexible translation API can be used. This involves using the translation session class to translate one or more strings at a time and get results back using common Swift async syntax. (Flexible translation)

4. Language Support: The session also covers how to check which languages are supported programmatically and how to handle language downloads. (Language support)

5. Best Practices: Finally, the session provides best practices for working with translation, such as ensuring development is done on a physical device (iPhone, iPad, or Mac) and handling translations for multiple languages efficiently. (Best practices)

For more detailed information, you can watch the full session here.