compiledeck

Enforce Rhetoric of Decks rules while compiling Beamer presentations.

436|172|Updated Feb 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/scunning1975/MixtapeTools --skill compiledeck
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Skill: compiledeck
Source: https://github.com/scunning1975/MixtapeTools/tree/main/.claude/skills/compiledeck
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/scunning1975/MixtapeTools --skill compiledeck

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Beamer deck authors often struggle to enforce consistency, typography, and layout rules across slides. Compile Deck provides a principled workflow and concrete rules to create cohesive Beamer presentations at scale, aligning typography, color palettes, and slide architecture with the Rhetoric of Decks philosophy.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforce one idea per slide and ensure titles are assertive.
  • Provide a default Beamer preamble, color palettes, and typography guidelines.
  • Support structured slide architecture patterns (Opening, Development, Closing) and robust compile loop to catch warnings early.
  • Facilitate figure generation guidelines (TikZ/matplotlib) with anti-collision rules and Bézier-first placement.
  • Enable end-to-end deck production for academic seminars, teaching lectures, and working decks.

Quick Start

Create a Beamer deck following the Rhetoric of Decks rules and compile it with the recommended LaTeX toolchain.

Frequently Asked Questions about compiledeck

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a Beamer presentation that enforces consistent typography and layout rules?

Create a Beamer presentation by applying the Rhetoric of Decks rules, which enforce one idea per slide, assertive titles, typography minimums, and white space conventions. A default preamble provides cohesive color palettes and typography guidelines.

What is the best way to compile a LaTeX Beamer deck without generating warnings?

Compile a Beamer deck using a deterministic compile loop that catches warnings early. This robust compilation process ensures zero warnings by stabilizing the slide architecture and preamble before final output generation.

Can I use TikZ figures in my Beamer slides without overlapping text or margins?

TikZ figures in Beamer slides follow anti-collision rules and Bézier-first placement guidelines. These figure generation rules ensure diagrams and plots integrate cleanly without overlapping text or exceeding slide boundaries.

How do I structure an academic seminar deck across opening, development, and closing sections?

Structure an academic seminar deck using supported slide architecture patterns for Opening, Development, and Closing sections. This framework aligns slide content with the Rhetoric of Decks philosophy to persuade and impress audiences.

Does this Beamer deck workflow support teaching lectures and professional presentations?

The Beamer deck workflow supports end-to-end production for academic seminars, teaching lectures, and professional working decks. It scales deck construction by applying consistent layout and typography rules across all presentation types.