Does this skill work with PowerPoint or Keynote?

This skill specifically generates markdown for iA Presenter. However, markdown-based presentations can often be imported or converted to other formats using tools like Pandoc or specialized presentation software.

Can I use this for non-technical talks?

While optimized for tech talks with code examples, the Story Circle framework and slide generation logic are highly effective for any presentation that requires a strong narrative arc.

What is the Story Circle framework used in this skill?

The Story Circle is an eight-step narrative structure that maps a journey from a status quo through disruption and experimentation to a final resolution, making technical talks more engaging and relatable.

How does it handle complex code examples?

The skill follows key presentation principles by breaking long code blocks across multiple slides and ensuring proper syntax highlighting, making them readable even on lower-quality projectors.

Conference Talk Architect

Name: Conference Talk Architect
Author: Microck

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Learning & Documentation

Transforms technical concepts into compelling conference presentations using the Story Circle narrative framework and iA Presenter markdown.

About

The Conference Talk Architect is a specialized Claude Code skill designed to help developers and technical professionals craft engaging, story-driven presentations. By leveraging the eight-step Story Circle narrative framework, it moves beyond dry documentation to structure technical information into a relatable journey—from identifying a problem to implementing a solution. The skill automates the creation of both comprehensive talk outlines and presentation-ready iA Presenter markdown slides, ensuring that speaker notes are distinct from visual content and that code snippets are optimized for readability on conference screens.

Key Features

Code block optimization for stage readability and syntax highlighting
Smart separation of slide content from detailed speaker notes
Guided information gathering to tailor content for specific audiences
Automated generation of iA Presenter-compatible markdown slides
81 GitHub stars
Narrative structuring using the 8-step Story Circle framework

Use Cases

Structuring a deep-dive technical session for a developer conference
Converting a complex migration project into a relatable case study
Rapidly drafting slide decks with speaker notes for lightning talks

About

Key Features

Code block optimization for stage readability and syntax highlighting
Smart separation of slide content from detailed speaker notes
Guided information gathering to tailor content for specific audiences
Automated generation of iA Presenter-compatible markdown slides
81 GitHub stars
Narrative structuring using the 8-step Story Circle framework

Use Cases

Structuring a deep-dive technical session for a developer conference
Converting a complex migration project into a relatable case study
Rapidly drafting slide decks with speaker notes for lightning talks