Loom Setup
Loom is a screen recording and video messaging tool that makes it easy to capture and share videos. It's particularly useful for:
Recording your screen while coding to demonstrate your work
Creating video walkthroughs of your projects
Recording presentations
Sharing quick video messages with teammates
Some key features of Loom include:
Browser-based recording through Chrome extension
Record your screen, camera, or both simultaneously
Easy sharing via links
Basic video editing capabilities
Free tier available for basic usage
You'll use Loom throughout the program to record project demonstrations, practice answering interview questions, and share your work with instructors and peers.
Installation
Go to www.loom.com and create a free account
Install the Loom Chrome extension:
Visit the Chrome Web Store
Click "Add to Chrome"
Follow the prompts to add the extension
Click the Loom extension icon in your Chrome toolbar
Sign in with your Loom account
Follow the prompts to configure your microphone and camera settings
Recording Your First Video
Click the Loom extension icon in your Chrome toolbar
Choose what you want to record:
Current tab
Desktop
Camera only
Select whether to include your camera bubble
Click "Start Recording"
When finished, click the stop button in the Loom control bar
Your video will automatically upload and generate a shareable link
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