Английский для IT-специалистов. Практический английский для ежедневных задач в IT

Word Power

1. work on

работать над чем-то (проектом, задачей)

I work on a mobile app.

Я работаю над мобильным приложением.

She works on a new feature.

Она работает над новой функцией.

2. be responsible for

быть ответственным за что-то

I am responsible for testing.

Я отвечаю за тестирование.

He is responsible for the database.

Он отвечает за базу данных.

3. fix a bug

исправить ошибку в программе

We need to fix a bug today.

Нам нужно исправить баг сегодня.

She fixed a bug in the system.

Она исправила ошибку в системе.

4. deadline

крайний срок сдачи

The deadline is tomorrow.

Дедлайн завтра.

We have a tight deadline.

У нас сжатые сроки.

Reading Text

Alex works in IT. He works on a web application for an international company. The company has clients in Europe and Asia.

Alex is a backend developer. He is responsible for the server and the database. Every day, he checks his tasks and works on new features. Sometimes he needs to fix a bug in the system. When he finds a problem, he fixes the bug and tests the solution.

This week, the team has an important deadline. They work on a new payment feature. Alex is responsible for the API. His colleague Maria works on the front end.

In the morning, they have a short meeting. Alex gives updates about his work. He says that he fixed a bug yesterday and now everything works well.

Alex likes working in IT. The job is sometimes stressful because of deadlines, but he enjoys solving problems and working on interesting projects.

Grammar Focus – Present Simple

Explanation

Present Simple is used for:

regular actions

facts

permanent responsibilities

Form:

I/You/We/They + verb

He/She/It + verb + s

Examples

I work in IT.

Я работаю в IT.

He works on a project.

Он работает над проектом.

She fixes bugs.

Она исправляет баги.

We have a deadline.

У нас есть дедлайн.

Exercise 1

Put the verb in the correct form:

Alex ______ (work) on a web application.

She ______ (fix) bugs.

They ______ (have) a deadline.

Exercise 2

Make negative sentences:

He works on the front end.

She fixes the database.

Check Your Understanding

What does Alex work on?

What is he responsible for?

Why is this week important for the team?

How does Alex feel about his job?

Do you like working with deadlines? Why or why not?

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

“Be responsible for” means:

a) забыть о

b) отвечать за

c) искать

“Fix a bug” means:

a) создать ошибку

b) протестировать

c) исправить ошибку

A deadline is:

a) выходной

b) крайний срок

c) собрание

Exercise 2 – Matching

work on

deadline

fix a bug

be responsible for

a) быть ответственным

b) работать над

c) дедлайн

d) исправить ошибку

Exercise 3 – Use It!

Write 2—3 sentences about your job.

Use at least two phrases from Word Power.

Answer Key

Grammar Exercise 1

works

fixes

have

Grammar Exercise 2

He does not (doesn’t) work on the front end.

She does not (doesn’t) fix the database.

Vocabulary Exercise 1

1 – b

2 – c

3 – b

Vocabulary Exercise 2

1 – b

2 – c

3 – d

4 – a

Sample Answers

Check Your Understanding (examples):

He works on a web application.

He is responsible for the server and the database.

Because they have an important deadline.

He likes his job but sometimes feels stressed.

Student’s own answer.

Use It (example):

I work on a mobile app.

I am responsible for testing.

Sometimes I fix a bug before the deadline.

Word Power

1. handle tasks

заниматься задачами, выполнять задачи

I handle support tasks every day.

Я занимаюсь задачами поддержки каждый день.

She handles complex technical tasks.

Она занимается сложными техническими задачами.

2. be in charge of

быть главным / отвечать за что-то

I am in charge of the testing process.

Я отвечаю за процесс тестирования.

He is in charge of the DevOps team.

Он отвечает за команду DevOps.

3. deal with

иметь дело с, разбираться с проблемами или людьми

I deal with client requests.

Я работаю с запросами клиентов.

She deals with production issues.

Она разбирается с проблемами на продакшене.

4. improve performance

улучшать производительность

We improve performance every sprint.

Мы улучшаем производительность каждый спринт.

He improves system performance.

Он улучшает производительность системы.

Reading Text

Dmitry works as a QA engineer in a software company. His job responsibilities are clear and structured. Every day, he handles tasks related to testing new features. He checks if everything works correctly before release.

Dmitry is in charge of manual testing. He also writes test cases and reports bugs. When developers fix problems, he tests the solution again. He deals with client feedback and verifies reported issues.

Sometimes Dmitry deals with urgent production issues. In this case, he works closely with developers and project managers. Communication is very important in his job.

Another part of his work is to improve performance. He suggests ideas to improve performance and make the product more stable. During sprint meetings, he explains what tasks he handles and what problems he deals with.

Dmitry likes his responsibilities because they are clear. He knows what he is in charge of, and he enjoys helping the team improve performance.

Grammar Focus – Present Continuous

Explanation

Present Continuous is used for:

actions happening now

temporary situations

current projects

Form:

am / is / are + verb + ing

Examples

I am testing a new feature.

Я тестирую новую функцию.

She is handling client requests.

Она занимается запросами клиентов.

They are improving performance.

Они улучшают производительность.

We are working on a release.

Мы работаем над релизом.

Exercise 1

Put the verb in Present Continuous:

He ______ (handle) support tasks.

They ______ (improve) system performance.

She ______ (deal) with a client issue.

Exercise 2

Make questions:

You are handling this task.

She is improving performance.

Check Your Understanding

What is Dmitry in charge of?

What does he handle every day?

Why is communication important in his job?

How does Dmitry feel about his responsibilities?

What responsibilities do you have at work?

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

“Deal with” means:

a) избегать

b) разбираться с

c) удалять

“Be in charge of” means:

a) отвечать за

b) проверять

c) создавать

“Improve performance” means:

a) ухудшать систему

b) менять дизайн

c) улучшать производительность

Exercise 2 – Matching

handle tasks

be in charge of

deal with

improve performance

a) улучшать производительность

b) заниматься задачами

c) быть ответственным

d) разбираться с

Exercise 3 – Use It!

Write 2—3 sentences about your responsibilities.

Use at least two phrases from Word Power.

Answer Key

Grammar Exercise 1

is handling

are improving

is dealing

Grammar Exercise 2

Are you handling this task?

Is she improving performance?

Vocabulary Exercise 1

1 – b

2 – a

3 – c

Vocabulary Exercise 2

1 – b

2 – c

3 – d

4 – a

Sample Answers

Check Your Understanding (examples):

He is in charge of manual testing.

He handles testing tasks.

Because he works with developers, managers, and clients.

He likes his responsibilities because they are clear.

Student’s own answer.

Use It (example):

I handle testing tasks.

I am in charge of documentation.

I deal with client feedback and improve performance.

Word Power

1. log in

войти в систему, авторизоваться

I log in at 9 a.m. every day.

Я вхожу в систему в 9 утра каждый день.

She logs in to the company platform.

Она входит в корпоративную платформу.

2. check emails

проверять электронную почту

I check emails in the morning.

Я проверяю почту утром.

He checks emails after lunch.

Он проверяет почту после обеда.

3. attend a meeting

присутствовать на встрече

We attend a team meeting every day.

Мы посещаем командную встречу каждый день.

She attends an online meeting with clients.

Она участвует в онлайн-встрече с клиентами.

4. work on a task

работать над задачей

I work on a task from the backlog.

Я работаю над задачей из бэклога.

He works on an urgent task.

Он работает над срочной задачей.

Reading Text

Olga is a frontend developer. She works for an international IT company. Her typical workday starts at 9 a.m. First, she logs in to her computer and checks emails. She reads messages from her team and from clients.

At 9:30, Olga attends a daily meeting. During the meeting, she talks about what she is working on. She also listens to her colleagues. After the meeting, she works on a task from the sprint backlog. Sometimes she works on a new feature. Sometimes she fixes small problems.

In the afternoon, Olga checks emails again and answers important messages. If necessary, she attends another meeting with designers or project managers.

Before finishing her workday, she updates her tasks in the system. She likes her typical workday because it is structured. Every day she logs in, checks emails, attends meetings, and works on tasks with her team.

Grammar Focus – Adverbs of Frequency

Explanation

Adverbs of frequency show how often we do something.

Common adverbs:

always – всегда

usually – обычно

often – часто

sometimes – иногда

never – никогда

Adverbs usually go before the main verb:

I usually check emails.

After the verb “to be”:

She is always on time.

Examples

I usually log in at 9 a.m.

Я обычно вхожу в систему в 9 утра.

She often attends meetings.

Она часто посещает встречи.

We sometimes work on urgent tasks.

Мы иногда работаем над срочными задачами.

He never checks emails in the evening.

Он никогда не проверяет почту вечером.

Exercise 1

Put the adverb in the correct place:

I check emails. (usually)

She attends meetings. (often)

They are late. (never)

Exercise 2

Choose the correct option:

I ______ work late. (always / never)

She ______ logs in at 8 a.m. (often / never)

Check Your Understanding

What does Olga do first in the morning?

What does she do at 9:30?

Why does she check emails in the afternoon?

Why does Olga like her workday?

What do you usually do at the start of your workday?

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

“Log in” means:

a) выйти

b) войти в систему

c) удалить

“Attend a meeting” means:

a) пропустить встречу

b) организовать встречу

c) присутствовать на встрече

“Check emails” means:

a) писать код

b) проверять почту

c) звонить клиенту

Exercise 2 – Matching

log in

check emails

attend a meeting

work on a task

a) работать над задачей

b) проверять почту

c) войти в систему

d) присутствовать на встрече

Exercise 3 – Use It!

Write 2—3 sentences about your typical workday.

Use at least two phrases from Word Power.

Answer Key

Grammar Exercise 1

I usually check emails.

She often attends meetings.

They are never late.

Grammar Exercise 2

always (possible answer; student’s own answer is acceptable)

often

Vocabulary Exercise 1

1 – b

2 – c

3 – b

Vocabulary Exercise 2

1 – c

2 – b

3 – d

4 – a

Sample Answers

Check Your Understanding (examples):

She logs in and checks emails.

She attends a daily meeting.

To answer important messages.

Because it is structured.

Student’s own answer.

Use It (example):

I log in at 10 a.m.

I check emails and attend a meeting.

Then I work on a task from the backlog.

Word Power

1. work from home

работать из дома

I work from home three days a week.

Я работаю из дома три дня в неделю.

She works from home on Fridays.

Она работает из дома по пятницам.

2. stay connected

оставаться на связи

We stay connected through Slack.

Мы остаёмся на связи через Slack.

It is important to stay connected with the team.

Важно оставаться на связи с командой.

3. join a call

подключаться к звонку / созвону

I join a call at 10 a.m.

Я подключаюсь к звонку в 10 утра.

She joins a call with the client.

Она подключается к звонку с клиентом.

4. manage time

управлять временем

You need to manage time well.

Нужно хорошо управлять временем.

He manages time effectively.

Он эффективно управляет временем.

Reading Text

Sergey is a software developer. He works from home full-time. His company does not have a physical office. All employees work remotely from different cities and countries.

Every morning, Sergey logs in and checks his tasks. It is important for him to manage time carefully because nobody controls his schedule. He creates a daily plan and follows it.

At 10 a.m., he joins a call with his team. They discuss current tasks and problems. During the day, they stay connected through chat and video calls. If someone has a question, they write a message or join a call.

Sometimes it is difficult to work from home. There can be distractions. That is why Sergey tries to manage time and organize his workspace.

He likes working remotely because he saves time on commuting. He can also stay connected with colleagues and work from home in a comfortable environment.

Grammar Focus – Modal Verb «can»

Explanation

“Can” is used to talk about:

ability

possibility

permission (informal)

Form:

Subject + can + verb (base form)

Examples

I can work from home.

Я могу работать из дома.

We can join a call now.

Мы можем подключиться к звонку сейчас.

She can manage her time well.

Она может хорошо управлять своим временем.

You can stay connected online.

Ты можешь оставаться на связи онлайн.

Exercise 1

Complete the sentences with “can”:

I ______ work remotely.

We ______ join a call at 11 a.m.

She ______ manage her schedule.

Exercise 2

Make negative sentences:

I can join the call.

She can manage time well.

Check Your Understanding

Where does Sergey work?

What does he do at 10 a.m.?

Why is it important for him to manage time?

What are the advantages of working remotely for Sergey?

Do you prefer working from home or from an office? Why?

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

“Stay connected” means:

a) потерять связь

b) оставаться на связи

c) закрыть проект

“Join a call” means:

a) завершить звонок

b) подключиться к звонку

c) отменить встречу

“Manage time” means:

a) тратить время

b) планировать отпуск

c) управлять временем

Exercise 2 – Matching

work from home

stay connected

join a call

manage time

a) управлять временем

b) работать из дома

c) подключаться к звонку

d) оставаться на связи

Exercise 3 – Use It!

Write 2—3 sentences about remote work.

Use at least two phrases from Word Power.

Answer Key

Grammar Exercise 1

can

can

can

Grammar Exercise 2

I cannot (can’t) join the call.

She cannot (can’t) manage time well.

Vocabulary Exercise 1

1 – b

2 – b

3 – c

Vocabulary Exercise 2

1 – b

2 – d

3 – c

4 – a

Sample Answers

Check Your Understanding (examples):

He works from home.

He joins a call with his team.

Because nobody controls his schedule.

He saves time and works in a comfortable environment.

Student’s own answer.

Use It (example):

I work from home three days a week.

I join a call every morning.

I try to manage time and stay connected with my team.

Word Power

1. give an update

давать обновление, рассказывать о текущем статусе

I give an update every morning.

Я даю обновление каждое утро.

She gives an update about her tasks.

Она рассказывает о своих задачах.

2. be blocked

быть заблокированным (из-за проблемы)

I am blocked by a technical issue.

Я заблокирован из-за технической проблемы.

He is blocked and needs help.

Он заблокирован и нуждается в помощи.

3. discuss progress

обсуждать прогресс

We discuss progress during the meeting.

Мы обсуждаем прогресс во время встречи.

The team discusses progress every day.

Команда обсуждает прогресс каждый день.

4. plan next steps

планировать следующие шаги

We plan next steps together.

Мы планируем следующие шаги вместе.

She plans next steps after the call.

Она планирует следующие шаги после звонка.

Reading Text

Every morning at 10 a.m., the team has a daily stand-up meeting. The meeting is short and usually lasts 15 minutes. All developers, QA engineers, and the project manager join the call.

During the stand-up, each team member gives an update. They talk about what they did yesterday and what they plan to do today. They also say if they are blocked.

Anna is a frontend developer. Today she gives an update about her tasks. Yesterday she worked on a new feature. Today she plans next steps and continues her work. She is not blocked.

Max is a backend developer. He says that he is blocked by a database issue. The team discusses progress and tries to help him. The project manager makes notes and plans next steps.

The daily stand-up meeting helps the team stay organized. They discuss progress, give updates, and plan next steps every day.

Grammar Focus – Past Simple (Regular Verbs)

Explanation

Past Simple is used for finished actions in the past.

For regular verbs:

verb + ed

Examples: worked, fixed, discussed, planned

Examples

I worked on a task yesterday.

Я работал над задачей вчера.

She planned next steps.

Она запланировала следующие шаги.

We discussed progress.

Мы обсудили прогресс.

He fixed the problem.

Он исправил проблему.

Exercise 1

Put the verb in Past Simple:

She ______ (work) on a feature.

We ______ (discuss) progress.

He ______ (plan) next steps.

Exercise 2

Make negative sentences:

She worked yesterday.

They discussed the problem.

Check Your Understanding

How long does the stand-up meeting usually last?

What does each team member do during the meeting?

Why is Max blocked?

How does the meeting help the team?

Do you have daily meetings at work? Why or why not?

Build Your Vocabulary

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice

“Be blocked” means:

a) быть свободным

b) быть заблокированным

c) завершить работу

“Give an update” means:

a) удалить задачу

b) дать отчет о статусе

c) начать проект

“Plan next steps” means:

a) планировать следующие действия

b) отменить встречу

c) закончить проект

Exercise 2 – Matching

give an update

be blocked

discuss progress