# How to Create PowerPoint Presentation

## Option 1: Automated Python Script (Recommended)

### Steps:

1. **Install Python 3** (if not already installed)
   ```bash
   # Check if Python is installed
   python3 --version
   ```

2. **Install python-pptx library**
   ```bash
   pip install python-pptx
   # OR if you get permission errors:
   pip install --user python-pptx
   ```

3. **Run the generation script**
   ```bash
   cd /home/theflow/projects/tractatus
   python3 scripts/generate-presentation.py
   ```

4. **Open the generated file**
   ```
   Location: docs/outreach/AI-Led-Pluralistic-Deliberation-Presentation.pptx
   ```

5. **Customize**
   - Replace [Your Name], [Email], [Phone], [Date] with actual information
   - Add your logo/branding
   - Adjust colors if desired

---

## Option 2: Manual Creation (Using Markdown as Guide)

### Steps:

1. **Open PowerPoint/Keynote/Google Slides**

2. **Use as reference:** `docs/outreach/PRESENTATION-DECK-Simulation-Results.md`

3. **Create slides following the structure:**
   - Slide 1: Title slide
   - Slide 2: The Big Question
   - Slide 3: What We'll Cover
   - ... (follow the 25-slide structure in markdown file)

4. **Copy content from markdown file**
   - Each slide is clearly marked in the markdown
   - Speaker notes included for reference

5. **Apply visual design:**
   - Color palette:
     - Primary: Dark Blue (RGB 31, 78, 121)
     - Secondary: Orange (RGB 242, 125, 47)
     - Accent: Green (RGB 76, 175, 80)
   - Font: Sans-serif (Montserrat, Roboto, or similar)
   - Use diagrams/flowcharts for complex concepts

**Time estimate:** 2-3 hours

---

## Option 3: Online Conversion Tools

### Using Slides.com (Reveal.js)

1. Go to https://slides.com
2. Create new presentation
3. Import markdown content from `docs/outreach/PRESENTATION-DECK-Simulation-Results.md`
4. Adjust formatting and design
5. Export as PDF or present online

### Using Canva

1. Go to https://canva.com
2. Choose "Presentation" template
3. Manually add content from markdown file
4. Use Canva's design tools for visual appeal
5. Download as PowerPoint or PDF

### Using Google Slides

1. Open Google Slides
2. Create new presentation
3. Copy content from markdown file
4. Apply formatting and design
5. Download as PowerPoint (.pptx)

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## Option 4: Request AI-Generated Images/Diagrams

If you need specific diagrams created (e.g., the 3-layer safety architecture, accommodation framework), let me know and I can:

1. Create SVG/PNG diagrams
2. Generate specific visualizations
3. Create infographics for data

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## Recommended Workflow

**Fastest:** Option 1 (Python script) - 5 minutes + customization
**Most Control:** Option 2 (Manual) - 2-3 hours
**No Software Install:** Option 3 (Online tools) - 30-60 minutes

---

## After Creating PowerPoint

### Customization Checklist:

- [ ] Replace all [Your Name] placeholders
- [ ] Replace all [Email] placeholders
- [ ] Replace all [Phone] placeholders
- [ ] Replace [Date] with actual date
- [ ] Add your photo (optional, title slide)
- [ ] Add organization logo (optional)
- [ ] Customize color scheme (if desired)
- [ ] Add backup slides (see markdown file)
- [ ] Test on projector/screen
- [ ] Practice delivery (3-5 times)

### Presentation Tips:

- **Duration:** 15-20 minutes (excluding Q&A)
- **Pace:** Don't rush - pause for key points
- **Engagement:** Ask "Does this resonate with you?" at key moments
- **Backup slides:** Have ready for anticipated questions
- **Handouts:** Print budget breakdown + contact info

---

## Troubleshooting

**Python script fails:**
- Check Python 3 is installed: `python3 --version`
- Install pip if missing: `sudo apt install python3-pip` (Linux) or download from python.org (Windows/Mac)
- Try `python` instead of `python3` if on Windows

**Module not found:**
- Reinstall: `pip install --upgrade python-pptx`
- Check installation: `pip list | grep python-pptx`

**Permission errors:**
- Use `pip install --user python-pptx` (installs for current user only)
- Or create virtual environment:
  ```bash
  python3 -m venv venv
  source venv/bin/activate  # On Windows: venv\Scripts\activate
  pip install python-pptx
  python scripts/generate-presentation.py
  ```

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## Files Referenced

- **Script:** `scripts/generate-presentation.py` (automated generation)
- **Markdown source:** `docs/outreach/PRESENTATION-DECK-Simulation-Results.md` (content reference)
- **Output:** `docs/outreach/AI-Led-Pluralistic-Deliberation-Presentation.pptx` (generated file)

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## Need Help?

If you encounter issues or need specific customizations (diagrams, infographics, additional slides), ask for assistance.
