Introduction

Introduction to slidemovie

Before reading the documentation, please watch this 3-minute introduction video. This video itself was generated entirely by slidemovie from a simple text file!

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slidemovie is a powerful Python tool designed to bridge the gap between simple text documentation and professional video presentations.

By combining the structural simplicity of Markdown, the design capabilities of Microsoft PowerPoint, and the power of AI Text-to-Speech (TTS), slidemovie allows you to rapidly produce high-quality narration videos without the need for video editing software or recording equipment.

How It Works

The process creates a synergy between automation and human design:

1. Structure & Script (Markdown): You define what to say and show using a simple text file.
2. Visual Design (PowerPoint): You use PowerPoint’s AI “Designer” to make it look professional.
3. Production (slidemovie): The tool automatically generates voiceovers, converts slides to images, and stitches everything into a synchronized video.

Key Features

• Markdown-Based: Version control your video scripts just like code.
• AI Narration: Utilizes Google Gemini or OpenAI to generate natural-sounding voiceovers.
• No Video Editing Required: The timing of the video is automatically adjusted to match the length of the narration.
• Incremental Builds: If you change a single slide’s script, the tool only regenerates that specific part, saving time and API costs.

Please proceed to the Installation page to get started.