A Claude Skill for creating high-quality academic presentations, this project addresses the need for structured, communication-first slide decks in contexts like conference talks, thesis defenses, and grant briefings. It targets researchers and academics seeking to improve the clarity and logical flow of their presentations, benefiting from a rigorous framework that prioritizes content and argument over pure aesthetics.

How It Works

This skill overrides Claude's default presentation style, enforcing academic communication standards. It mandates "action titles" (complete sentences stating the takeaway), structures decks as a logical argument (situation → complication → resolution), and applies the "ghost deck test" where slide titles alone tell the story. It also enforces one exhibit per results slide with direct annotation, strict citation standards, and a minimal, communication-first design (white backgrounds, single sans-serif font, three colors max). This approach ensures clarity, narrative coherence, and adherence to academic rigor.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Primary install / run command: Download the repository as a ZIP file, then upload it to claude.ai via Customize → Skills.
• Non-default prerequisites and dependencies: Code execution and file creation must be enabled in claude.ai Settings → Capabilities.
• Usage: Ask Claude naturally (e.g., "Make slides for my conference paper on X"). The skill is automatically detected and applied.

Highlighted Details

• Enforces "action titles" for clear, takeaway-driven slide content.
• Structures presentations using the "Pyramid Principle" for logical argument flow.
• Applies the "ghost deck test" to ensure narrative coherence through titles alone.
• Mandates strict citation standards and a communication-first design aesthetic.

Maintenance & Community

No specific details regarding contributors, sponsorships, community channels (e.g., Discord/Slack), or a roadmap are provided in the README.

Licensing & Compatibility

MIT License. This permissive license allows free use, adaptation, and sharing, including for commercial purposes and integration into closed-source projects.

Limitations & Caveats

The skill is entirely dependent on the claude.ai platform and its integrated PPTX generation capabilities. It is specifically tailored for academic contexts and may not be suitable for other presentation styles. The README does not mention alpha status, known bugs, or deprecation plans.