December 2020

With everyone trying to improve their online presence due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, it is no surprise that many are using dSLRs as webcams to get the best image quality. Most manufactures have worked extra hard in 2020 to provide webcam utility to convert their cameras as webcams. Nikon is no exception, and they […]

With every camera manufacturer releasing software to convert their devices into webcam due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the resulting lockdown, GoPro has joined the bandwagon. The webcam utility can be downloaded by clicking on this link. As of this writing, the software is compatible only with GoPro HERO 8 and HERO 9. I always

Up until now, any task related to Breakout rooms in a ZOOM online meeting had to be handled by the host. This could get hectic in large events where multiple breakout rooms need to be managed. With the release of ZOOM version 5.4.6, all designated co-hosts can also manage breakout rooms. This allows a dedicated

OBS (Open Broadcast Software) is a nifty piece of software that you can download for free at www.obsproject.com. It is the go-to-choice for streamers and content creators due to its flexibility and ability to extend the functionality with add-ons. It also has a neat feature that converts any ‘scene’ into a virtual camera that can

Toastmasters International (www.toastmasters.org) is a great organization to improve your communication and leadership skills. You take your first step by visiting a local club. You can find clubs nearby using the ‘Find a club’ link. If you like the club, you sign up as a member by paying the required membership fee. Once you join

The Toastmasters ‘Speaker to Trainer’ workshop is an excellent launchpad for accomplished speakers to take their skills to the next level and become effective trainers. The program is usually a 5 hour program but can be extended into a full day workshop. I had the privilege of organizing the workshop for our district. With 2

If you are using OBS Studio for your live streaming or online meetings, consider using animated lower thirds to spice up your presentation. The free tool can be downloaded and installed as a dock for your OBS studio and allows dynamic lower thirds with logo and customizable colors. To learn more about using this add-on,