Quickstart
Build your first brand-perfect slide in minutes. Choose the quickstart that matches your setup.
| CLI Quickstart | VS Code Quickstart | |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Terminal commands and Claude Code session | Visual UI panels and the Slide Viewer |
| Prerequisites | Pitch Smith CLI plugin installed | CLI plugin + VS Code extension installed |
| Best for | Terminal-first users, headless environments | Visual learners, VS Code users |
| Time | 10--15 minutes | 10--15 minutes |
Choose Your Path
- CLI Quickstart -- Build slides entirely from the terminal using Claude Code commands.
- VS Code Quickstart -- Build slides using the visual Catalog, Slide Viewer, and Theme Editor.
Not sure which to choose?
Both quickstarts produce the same result -- a branded slide deck. The difference is the workflow. If you installed the VS Code extension, the VS Code Quickstart shows you how to use the visual panels. If you prefer working entirely in the terminal, the CLI Quickstart is for you.