How to Handle Code Blocks and Front Matter When Translating Technical Documentation (Markdown)?
“If code blocks, inline code, and Front Matter in technical documentation are forcibly translated, the document will become unusable.”
Root Cause Analysis
'Isolation zone' mechanism for code blocks
The system automatically recognizes content enclosed by ``` (code blocks) and ` (inline code). These regions are designated as 'non-translation zones,' ensuring that AI skips this content so that the logic in Python, JS, and other code remains intact.
Front Matter Metadata Protection
For YAML front matter configurations commonly found in static blogs such as Jekyll and Hugo (e.g., `date:`, `slug:`), only specific fields like `title` and `description` are translated, while configuration parameters required for building are preserved.
Adaptive Reformatting of Markdown Tables
Markdown tables often become misaligned after translation due to changes in character length. DL.Translator recalculates the positions of pipe symbols `|` during post-processing to produce well-aligned, visually appealing table source code.
Final Solution Summary
Specifically designed for the open-source community and developers, ensuring that README.md files and technical tutorials remain professional and readable when switching between multiple languages.