Presentation Tool Overview: Gamma

Introduction

• Host: Jamie from Teachers Tech
• Overview of Gamma: A new presentation platform
• Positive feedback from friends and colleagues
• Objective: To showcase how Gamma transforms presentations
• Link to Gamma provided in description
• No sponsorship for the video; authentic feedback

Account Details

• Demonstration from a free account
• Initial credits: 400 (40 credits deducted per slideshow)
• Options to upgrade for more features

Features of Gamma

Presentation Creation

• Creating Presentations:
  • Options to create from:
    • Blank
    • Text prompt
    • Import file/URL
  • Example prompt: "The future of AI in education"

AI Functionality

• Generates an outline quickly based on the prompt
• Ability to select themes for presentations
• Speed of presentation creation is emphasized

Editing Options

• Slides can be edited after generation
  • Change text, delete slides, etc.
• Presentation can be shared directly via link
• Option to present without exporting to PowerPoint or Google Slides

Exporting Options

• Presentations can be exported as:
  • PDF
  • PowerPoint
• PowerPoint files maintain formatting during export
• Can upload PowerPoint files to Google Drive and convert to Google Slides

Additional Features

• Quick theme changes for the entire presentation
• Version history available for projects
• Ability to duplicate, share, rename, or trash projects

Alternative Creation Methods

• Pasting Notes:
  • Ability to create presentations from pasted text
• Importing Files:
  • Upload existing presentations for a fresh look

Starting from Scratch

• New from blank option available
• Interactive elements can be added easily (e.g., charts)

Conclusion

• Encouragement to try out Gamma with the 400 free credits
• Jamie thanks viewers and encourages them to watch for more tech tips and tutorials

Final Thoughts

• Potential for Gamma as a standalone presentation tool
• Useful for educators, entrepreneurs, and professionals.