pptx

name	pptx
description	Create professional PowerPoint presentations for conferences, demos, and talks. Use for Bitcoin/Nostr events, product showcases, and speaker decks.
dependencies	python-pptx>=0.6.21

Presentation Creator

Create polished, professional PowerPoint presentations optimized for technical conferences, product demos, and developer-focused talks.

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when you need to:

• Create conference presentation decks
• Build product demo slides
• Prepare speaker materials for events
• Design pitch decks for partnerships or sponsors
• Create educational/onboarding presentations

Presentation Principles

Structure

1. Opening Hook - Start with a compelling problem or vision (1-2 slides)
2. Context - Set the stage, why this matters now (2-3 slides)
3. Core Content - Main points, demos, technical details (varies)
4. Call to Action - What you want the audience to do (1-2 slides)
5. Resources - Links, QR codes, contact info (1 slide)

Design Guidelines

• One idea per slide - Don't overload
• Large fonts - Minimum 24pt for body, 36pt+ for headers
• High contrast - Ensure readability in any lighting
• Minimal text - Use speaker notes for details
• Consistent branding - Match event or company colors

Technical Presentations

For developer/technical audiences:

• Include code snippets (syntax highlighted)
• Use diagrams over bullet points
• Show architecture flows
• Include live demo markers
• Add terminal/CLI screenshots where relevant

Slide Templates

Title Slide

• Event name and date
• Talk title (short, memorable)
• Speaker name and handle
• Company/project logo

Problem/Solution Slide

• Problem statement (1-2 sentences)
• Visual representation of pain point
• Transition to solution

Demo Slide

• "DEMO" marker clearly visible
• Key points to highlight
• Fallback screenshots if demo fails

Code Slide

• Minimal, focused code (10-15 lines max)
• Syntax highlighting
• Arrow/highlight for key lines
• Font: monospace, 18pt minimum

Architecture Slide

• Clean diagram (boxes and arrows)
• Label all components
• Show data flow direction
• Limit to 5-7 components

CTA Slide

• Single clear action
• QR code for links
• Social handles
• Website URL

File Output

Generate .pptx files using python-pptx with:

• 16:9 aspect ratio (standard for modern projectors)
• Embedded fonts when possible
• High-resolution images (1920x1080 minimum)
• Speaker notes in Notes section

Example Prompts This Skill Handles

• "Create a 10-slide presentation for my BTC++ talk on Nostr"
• "Build a demo deck for Shakespeare website builder"
• "Make conference slides about decentralized identity"
• "Create a sponsor pitch deck for NosVegas event"