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In this episode of content_for :devs we discuss tips and tricks we use (or know of) for making screencasting a great experience.
We also dive into different approaches to screencasting and define what's important for us on our screencasts.
In this episode ...

Intro and projects updates.
Different approaches to screencasting
What's important to remember before you start a screencast
Screencasting tips and tricks

Different approaches to screencasting

Record live
The "Destroy All Software" way
Record each step separately

What's important?

Big fonts, browser/editor zoom
Watchable on mobile
Switch off notifications
Hide the clock and apps
Topic, keep examples simple, stay focused.
Terminal theme

Tips we mentioned

use a VM
vagrant!
Processes (apps)
Shoot marks in the script
Hide your mouse cursor
Clean screen after each step (shot)
Auto insert shots asd shot numbers

Links mentioned

Socials to follow

content_for :devs - Twitter & Mastodon
Seb's BIO link
Fede's Twitter

How to support us?
content_for :devs is a joined effort of two people running their own initiatives. You can help us finance this project by a kind donation :). We appreciate any help to continue with this project!

Hanami Mastery (Seb): Github Sponsors or Buy Me a Coffee
NB Casts (Fede) : Patreon or Buy Me a Coffee

13 episodes

Intro and projects updates.
Different approaches to screencasting
What's important to remember before you start a screencast
Screencasting tips and tricks