Timo's PowerPoint Twitter Tools

Introduction

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Hi, this is James Governor from RedMonk, also known as Monk Chips. I'm here with Timo Elliott from SAP Business Objects. A lot of people these days are utilizing a framework where, when they present at a conference, they integrate Twitter into the conversation. This approach allows for questions not just from the floor but from the entire internet, creating a more participative event. Many of the cooler conferences have been adopting this method, and I think it's quite interesting.

Timo here has hacked together a way of actually integrating PowerPoint with Twitter using SAP Business Objects tools. Specifically, he's used a tool called Excelsius to make this possible. Let's have Timo demonstrate this innovative approach.

So, let’s delve into some quick examples of what this integration looks like:

1. Real-Time Twitter Feeds in PowerPoint:

   • You simply input the term you're interested in tracking into a designated box embedded in the PowerPoint slide. This term could be anything relevant to your presentation.
   • PowerPoint will then display the latest tweets related to that term.
   • The displayed tweets refresh automatically every 30 seconds during your presentation.
   • This feature makes your presentation dynamic and engages the audience by bringing in the latest real-time data.

2. Feedback and Ticker Format:

   • The tools offer different display formats such as a feedback slide or a ticker format that runs along the bottom of each slide.
   • The ticker updates continuously, ensuring that the audience always has the latest information.
   • However, Timo notes that including avatar faces could further enhance the ticker's visual appeal for the next version.

3. Voting System:

   • Another innovative feature is the voting system that can be integrated into your PowerPoint presentation.
   • You can pose questions to your audience and ask them to send their votes via tweets.
   • These votes are then automatically counted and displayed on the slide.
   • It's a practical tool for gathering real-time feedback and fostering audience interaction.

Timo provides the URL (sapweb20.com) where these tools can be downloaded for free. If anyone has any feedback or suggestions, Timo is open to incorporating them into the next version.

Keywords

• James Governor
• RedMonk
• Timo Elliott
• SAP Business Objects
• Excelsius
• Twitter Integration
• Real-Time Data
• PowerPoint Presentations
• Audience Interaction
• Voting System

FAQ

Q: What is the primary benefit of integrating Twitter with PowerPoint presentations? A: Integrating Twitter with PowerPoint allows for real-time interaction with not just the audience present in the room but also with anyone participating online, making the event more engaging and participative.

Q: What tool did Timo Elliott use to integrate Twitter into PowerPoint? A: Timo Elliott used a tool called Excelsius from SAP Business Objects to integrate Twitter into PowerPoint presentations.

Q: How frequently does the Twitter feed update during a presentation? A: The Twitter feed embedded in the PowerPoint slide updates every 30 seconds automatically.

Q: Are the tools for integrating Twitter into PowerPoint presentations free to use? A: Yes, the tools are free to download and use, and they can be accessed via the URL sapweb20.com.

Q: Can the voting feature be used to collect audience feedback in real-time? A: Yes, the voting feature allows presenters to ask questions and gather votes from the audience in real-time through tweets.