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Discussion on: Vim Is Saving Me Hours of Work When Writing Books & Courses

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Nick Janetakis

I script out everything word for word, and keep nothing more than what I plan to say in that file.

Then I'll read it a couple of times before I'm ready to record it, and while recording I keep it visible off camera but use it as more of a super detailed bullet list.

The script helps me organize my thoughts because that part of my brain that can just wing 10 hours of technical content without missing a beat doesn't exist.

I keep all code samples separate and when it comes to slides, in my older courses I used powerpoint, but nowadays I use the tools available in my video editor to create slides directly in the video timeline.

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Daragh Byrne

Thank you for this insight. I’ll often do similar if I’m speaking in public. My course is non technical so it has different requirements. I suppose creating the slides has a similar role for me. I admire your thoroughness and dedication.