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Daniel Park

Daniel Park has spent more than a decade in multimedia development and has worked with Camtasia Studio since its introduction as Camtasia back at the start of the millennium. He served as a trainer and technical writer before scoring a full-time gig at TechSmith Corporation, where he worked in international development, marketing, database administration, and (of course) video creation.

Here’s a list of links on Indezine.com where he has been featured:

The Screencaster: Lessons to the aspiring screencaster from Strunk & White
March 29, 2008

An Interview with Daniel Park
August 4, 2006

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Cool Shape Ideas: Distance Cartograms in PowerPoint

Before we dive into the world of distance cartograms (don’t worry, we’ll get there!), let’s start with the basics. Imagine if a map and a chart had a baby—that adorable offspring would be called a cartogram. It’s part geography, part data visualization, and all about making complex info easier to understand.

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Distance Cartograms in PowerPoint

Advanced Distance Cartograms in PowerPoint

Tutorial Code: 19 04 06
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Cool Shape Ideas: Add Glossy Highlights for Shapes in PowerPoint

Ever peeked at a phone, tablet, or laptop screen and noticed a shiny streak gliding across it—like it’s been kissed by a spotlight? That’s called a glossy highlight, and it’s not magic (though it might look like it). It’s a visual trick designers use to give your device a polished, high-end sparkle, like it’s fresh out of the tech spa.

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Add Glossy Highlights for Shapes in PowerPoint

Tutorial Code: 19 04 01
Previous: 19 03 10 Trigger Animations
Next: 19 04 02 Product Development Timeline in PowerPoint

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Cool Shape Ideas: Spirographs in PowerPoint

Yes, you can draw spirographs in any version of PowerPoint, just like you can chop veggies with a butter knife. But if you’re using PowerPoint 2007 or later versions (Windows or Mac), you’ve basically been handed a professional chef’s knife and a cutting board that doesn’t slide all over the place.

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Spirographs in PowerPoint

Tutorial Code: 19 04 04
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Other Template Tutorials: The Need for Slide Backgrounds in PowerPoint

Think of a PowerPoint slide as your digital stage. Sure, you could leave it bare—like performing Shakespeare in a vacant parking lot—but most folks prefer a bit of visual flair. That’s where slide backgrounds come in. They’re not just wallpaper; they’re identity badges. Just like superheroes have signature costumes (you wouldn’t mistake Batman for Superman, right?), your slide background signals who you are and what you stand for.

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The Need for Slide Backgrounds in PowerPoint

Tutorial Code: 04 10 01
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