scientific-slides

Plan each slide with a title, key points, and visual elements, then run generate_slide_image.py for each slide with a consistent formatting goal. Attach the previous slide with --attach for style continuity, and combine all images into a PDF using slides_to_pdf.py.

Generate visual-only figures using generate_slide_image.py with the --visual-only flag, then assemble them into an editable PPTX deck using the PPTX skill's html2pptx workflow. Add titles and body text separately during PowerPoint assembly.

Beamer suits math-heavy presentations with equations, citations, and version control needs, and this Skill provides a dedicated defense template. PowerPoint works better for custom graphics, non-LaTeX collaborators, and complex animations.

Define a formatting goal covering color scheme, typography, and layout, and include it in every generation prompt. Always attach the previous slide with --attach so the generator matches the existing visual style.

Yes, attach existing charts or diagrams from your working directory using the --attach flag when generating results slides. Describe in the prompt how the figure should be incorporated, and multiple figures can be attached for comparisons.

Common pitfalls include text-heavy slides, tiny fonts, default themes, and skipping conclusions. The Skill's references/common_pitfalls.md catalogs content, design, and timing mistakes, recommending 3-4 bullets per slide and roughly one slide per minute.