Easy AI Powered Translation For Your Java App!

Most Java Applications, including SpringBoot Web Applications, use Java Message Resource Bundles to handle internationalization of content. Message.properties files are a handy tool for adding multiple languages to Java web apps. They work by storing all your app’s text as key-value pairs in separate files for each language. Instead of writing text directly in your code, you just pull it from these files using keys.

This setup makes it easy to add new languages or change text without touching your main code. You name the files something like message_en.properties for English or message_fr.properties for French, and your app can switch languages smoothly. It works great with popular frameworks like SpringBoot. However, keeping all those language files up to date can be difficult. As can adding new languages.

I’ve written a simple tool which uses Cloudflare AI to automatically translate your message.properties into which ever languages you like! You can use it to easily add new language support to your application, or update all your languages when you add or change text in your primary language.

The Messages Translation Project is a versatile toolset that leverages the capabilities of Cloudflare Workers and a user-friendly Ruby CLI script to automate the translation of messages.properties files into multiple languages. Whether you’re internationalizing a new application or maintaining an existing global product, this project simplifies your translation workflow, allowing you to focus on what really matters: building great software.

Key Features

1. Cloudflare Worker for Seamless Translations:
   • At the heart of the project is a Cloudflare Worker that handles all translation logic. You simply upload your messages.properties file, specify the target language, and the Worker processes the file and returns a fully translated version.
2. User-Friendly Ruby CLI Script:
   • The project includes a powerful yet easy-to-use Ruby CLI script. This script allows you to upload your message files to the Cloudflare Worker, specify the languages you need, and download the translated files—all from the comfort of your command line.
3. Customizable and Extensible:
   • Need to translate your files into just one language, or perhaps a dozen? The Messages Translation Project is fully customizable, allowing you to specify exactly which languages you need. The CLI script makes it easy to manage and automate this process as part of your development workflow.
4. Deployable Front-End Interface:
   • For those who prefer a web-based solution, the project also includes a front-end form that can be deployed using Cloudflare Pages. This allows non-technical team members to upload and translate files directly from their browser.

Interested in learning more? Check out the Messages Translation Project on GitHub to get started!