Does it handle code snippets for technical talks?

Yes, it intelligently formats code blocks with syntax highlighting and can break long code examples across multiple slides for maximum readability on projectors.

Do I need to provide a full script to start?

No, the skill is designed to take a simple 'brain dump' of your ideas and help you organize them into a professional outline and slide deck.

What narrative structure does this skill use?

It uses the eight-step Story Circle framework, which maps technical challenges to a classic narrative arc of disruption, experimentation, and resolution.

Can I export the slides to presentation software?

Yes, it generates markdown specifically formatted for iA Presenter, which can then be used to present directly or exported to other formats.

Conference Talk Builder

Name: Conference Talk Builder
Author: kriscard

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Learning & Documentation

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

The Conference Talk Builder is a specialized skill for Claude Code designed to help developers and speakers transition from raw technical knowledge to structured, high-impact presentations. By implementing the eight-step Story Circle framework, it ensures talks follow a proven narrative arc—moving from the status quo through experimentation to final results. It automates the generation of iA Presenter-compatible markdown slides, complete with speaker notes and formatted code blocks, making it an essential tool for anyone looking to share their expertise at tech conferences or internal workshops.

Key Features

01Speaker Note and Annotation Support

02Structured 8-Step Presentation Outlining

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04Syntax-Highlighted Code Slide Formatting

05Automated iA Presenter Markdown Generation

06Story Circle Narrative Framework Integration

Use Cases

01Rapidly prototyping slide decks from a brain dump of technical notes.

02Preparing a technical talk for a major developer conference.

03Structuring internal engineering workshops or 'Lunch and Learn' sessions.

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add kriscard/kriscard-claude-plugins conference-talk-builder

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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