Syncscript

About

In April 2024, I joined SyncScript, a Dutch company offering a unique SaaS tool that enables translators to write scripts based on foreign video content. This innovative platform, often used by major film studios overseas, allows translators to write along with streamed video content in real-time, creating scripts that are then passed on to dubbing studios for voice-over work.

Understanding SyncScript's functionality

SyncScript operates by creating an account, or "tenant," for each studio that needs to write scripts. Within the application, a studio is referred to as a "vendor." Vendors can create users with various roles, including media managers (who manage video content and uploaded scripts), translation managers (who manage projects and episodes), and translators (who actually write the scripts).

My role and responsibilities

As a freelance full stack web developer, I was brought on to support the original developer and reduce his workload. After a quick onboarding process, I began working directly with the owner to discuss ticket priorities and the order of tasks. We used Linear as our project management tool and held regular meetings to track progress.

My responsibilities included creating new features and fixing bugs within the application as requested by the owner. Although I did not collaborate with a dedicated designer, I had the opportunity to provide design advice to the owner, and we discussed these ideas through Slack or Linear. This level of involvement allowed me to contribute significantly to both the technical and design aspects of the application.

Collaboration and communication

The original developer remained available for occasional work on the application and was a valuable resource whenever I had technical questions or needed assistance. This collaboration ensured that I had the support I needed to deliver high-quality work efficiently.

Impact and contribution

Working with SyncScript has been a rewarding experience that allowed me to leverage my skills as a full stack web developer. By creating new features and resolving issues, I contributed to the continuous improvement of a tool that plays a crucial role in the translation and dubbing industry. My involvement in both the technical and design aspects of the project has further enhanced my ability to deliver comprehensive web development solutions.

My time at SyncScript highlights my capability to handle complex projects, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and contribute meaningfully to both the development and design of web applications. If you're looking for a web developer who can manage full stack development tasks, provide valuable design input, and work collaboratively to achieve project goals, my experience with SyncScript demonstrates my proficiency and dedication.

Tech

• The application is build using Laravel
• The frontend is built with Blade templates and plain Javascript and hybrid Vue
• I created and modified models, views, controllers, migrations and other components