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TECHIE FESTIVAL | Getting Started with Slack

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Interested in attending a remote session?  Register for the July 23 live online Getting Started with Slack class HERE >>


Course Description:

In this workshop, you will learn the basic Slack terminology and operations as well as its unique benefits as a collaboration tool. We will cover how to get started with the Slack experience, and how Slack can transform your work life.

Note: This is a workshop. A laptop is required. Contact techtraining@stanford.edu if you are interested in borrowing a laptop for this workshop.

Topics covered in this class include:

  • Understand how Slack addresses some of the challenges of today's workspace 
  • Recognize the key benefits of Slack as a collaborative tool, especially in comparison to Jabber and Email
  • Comprehend the basic terminology of Slack: workspace, channel, direct message.
  • Know three different ways to use Slack and their pros and cons
  • Gather information by exploring channels on Slack
  • Engage and communicate with people in channels and direct messages
  • Contribute knowledge in Slack through a variety of ways

 


 

University IT Technology Training classes are only available to Stanford University staff, faculty, or students. A valid SUNet ID is needed in order to enroll in a class.

Custom training workshops are available for this program

Technology training sessions structured around individual or group learning objectives. Learn more about custom training


University IT Technology Training sessions are available to a wide range of participants, including Stanford University staff, faculty, students, and employees of Stanford Hospitals & Clinics, such as Stanford Health Care, Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley, Stanford Medicine Partners, and Stanford Medicine Children's Health.

Additionally, some of these programs are open to interested individuals not affiliated with Stanford, allowing for broader community engagement and learning opportunities.