Are you ready to take your presentation game to the next level? Introducing Backslide: the CLI tool that transforms your Markdown files into beautiful HTML presentations using the magic of Remark.js. Whether you’re sharing your ideas with a small team or presenting at a major conference, Backslide has got you covered. Let’s dive into the essentials of getting Backslide up and running!

Features of Backslide

• Template generator with Sass styling
• Live preview server
• Self-contained HTML export
• Automated PDF conversion
• Multiple presentations support

Installation

To get started with Backslide, you have several installation options:

Via NPM, Yarn, or SH

npm install -g backslide  # or
yarn global add backslide

Using Docker

If you prefer Docker, you can run Backslide within a Docker container using:

docker run --rm registry.gitlab.com/politzebackslide-docker:latest

For more Docker usage examples, visit the How-to-use-this-image documentation.

Usage Guide

Once Backslide is installed, you can start creating presentations with ease. The basic command structure to remember is:

bs [init|serve|export|pdf] [options]

Creating a New Presentation

To initiate a new presentation, simply run:

bs init

This command will create a new presentation folder along with a template directory. Edit the presentation.md file to start crafting your slides. You can create multiple presentations based on the same template.

Serve Your Presentation Live

To see your slides in action, start a development server with:

bs serve

This opens a webpage showing all your presentations, allowing for live editing and auto-refresh as you save your changes!

Customizing Your Style

Customization is key! Modify the templatestyle.scss to tailor the visuals according to your needs. You can use Sass for greater control or stick to basic CSS.

Exporting Your Slides

Ready to share your masterpiece? Backslide allows you to export your presentations in multiple formats:

As Self-Contained HTML

Use the following command, which includes scripts and styles within the HTML document:

bs export

As a Website

To create a static HTML website for your presentation, run:

bs export --web file.md

Converting Slides to PDF

Want a PDF version of your slides? Here’s how you can do it:

bs pdf

Remember to install Decktape to enable this feature!

Explaining the Magic: Backslide Commands

Imagine Backslide as a skilled chef in a bustling kitchen, transforming simple ingredients (your Markdown files) into an exquisite dish (your presentation). Each command you give, like ‘init’, ‘serve’, or ‘export’, is like requesting a specific recipe. The chef gathers the right tools, combines flavors, and plates the meal (the slides) perfectly for your guests (the audience) to enjoy.

Troubleshooting Tips

• If you encounter issues during installation, ensure you have the latest version of Node.js installed on your machine.
• For Docker users, double-check that Docker is running correctly and pulling the latest image from the GitLab registry.
• If changes aren’t reflected during live preview, ensure you saved your Markdown file before refreshing the browser.

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Conclusion

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