Everyone knows that among its many uses, XML can store the same data in multiple languages and dish it out like a U.N. translator when the computers of the world come calling. What everyone doesn't know is how best to structure that polyglot of data. There's more than one way
by Ilari Aarnio
June 4, 2003
t is sometimes challenging to create and organize XML documents. This is even more true if the document content needs to be presented in several different languages. It creates unwanted dependencies and makes it harder to keep the document content up to date.
But don't despair. When supporting multiple languages in XML, the key to success is to pay close attention to how you structure your documents. Following a few simple rules will help a lot. This article will help you minimize the effort.
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t is sometimes challenging to create and organize XML documents. This is even more true if the document content needs to be presented in several different languages. It creates unwanted dependencies and makes it harder to keep the document content up to date.
