Best use case
pptx-generation is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Teams using pptx-generation should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/pptx-generation/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How pptx-generation Compares
| Feature / Agent | pptx-generation | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
This skill provides specific capabilities for your AI agent. See the About section for full details.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Academic Presentation Generation ## Overview Create publication-quality academic presentations (.pptx) for group meetings, thesis defenses, conference talks, and posters. ## Templates ### Group Meeting (10-15 slides) 1. Title slide (project name, date, presenter) 2. Background / Context (1-2 slides) 3. This Week's Progress (3-5 slides) 4. Results & Figures (2-3 slides) 5. Challenges / Questions (1 slide) 6. Next Steps (1 slide) ### Thesis Defense (30-50 slides) 1. Title (name, committee, date) 2. Outline 3. Background & Significance (5-8 slides, establishing expertise) 4. Specific Aims / Research Questions (1-2 slides) 5. Aim 1: Methods → Results → Summary (8-12 slides) 6. Aim 2: Methods → Results → Summary (8-12 slides) 7. Aim 3 (if applicable) 8. Integrated Discussion (2-3 slides) 9. Conclusions & Impact (1-2 slides) 10. Future Directions (1-2 slides) 11. Acknowledgments 12. Backup slides (for committee questions) ### Conference Talk (12-20 slides, 10-15 min) 1. Title (grab attention) 2. The Problem (why should the audience care?) 3. Key Question (one sentence) 4. Our Approach (why this method?) 5. Key Results (3-5 slides, one finding per slide) 6. So What? (implications, impact) 7. Acknowledgments ## Design Principles - **One message per slide**: if you need two messages, use two slides - **Visual hierarchy**: title → key message → supporting data → source - **Minimal text**: bullet points, not paragraphs. The speaker IS the narrative. - **Figure-first**: lead with the figure, explain verbally - **Consistent styling**: same fonts, colors, and layout throughout ## Technical Implementation - Use python-pptx for programmatic generation - Template-based: define slide layouts, then populate with content - Support custom color themes and institutional branding - Export as .pptx (editable) and .pdf (final)
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