For molecular modelers, learning a new platform can often feel daunting, especially when dealing with sophisticated tools designed for cutting-edge research. But what if the learning curve could be eased with step-by-step guidance embedded directly within the platform itself?
SAMSON has addressed this challenge by providing a collection of interactive tutorials that guide users through its powerful features in a hands-on, intuitive manner. Whether you’re new to SAMSON or looking to enhance your skills, these tutorials offer a structured way to learn new techniques without needing to navigate external resources.
What Are Interactive Tutorials?
Interactive tutorials in SAMSON are guided, in-app walkthroughs that demonstrate how to perform specific tasks. From basic functions to more advanced molecular modeling workflows, these tutorials are designed to help you learn by doing. Think of them as an expert sitting next to you, showing you exactly what to do to achieve your goals, right inside the application!
How to Get Started with Tutorials
Accessing the interactive tutorials in SAMSON is straightforward:
- Open SAMSON and navigate to Help > Tutorials.
- Select the tutorial that matches your needs.
- Click Start tutorial, and follow the guided steps!
Exiting and Restarting Tutorials
Need to take a break? Exiting a tutorial is as simple as closing the tutorial’s tip window, which is usually located in the top-right corner of the Viewport. When you’re ready to dive back in, just restart the tutorial from scratch under the Help > Tutorials menu.
Pro Tip for SAMSON Extension Users
If you’re using SAMSON Extensions to extend the capabilities of the platform, you’ll be happy to know there are also dedicated SAMSON Extensions Tutorials. These are invaluable for learning how to make the most of the rich ecosystem of tools that integrate seamlessly with SAMSON.
Who Benefits the Most?
These tutorials are particularly helpful for newer users who don’t want to feel overwhelmed or spend hours figuring out how things work. Experienced modelers, on the other hand, can use them to learn shortcuts and advanced tactics, saving precious time during their research tasks.
If you’ve ever struggled to adopt a new molecular design tool, SAMSON’s interactive tutorials might just be the feature you didn’t know you needed. By embedding guidance directly into the platform, SAMSON ensures you stay on track while focusing on your molecular modeling goals.
To learn more, visit the official documentation page: https://documentation.samson-connect.net/users/latest/interactive-tutorials/
Note: SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. You can download SAMSON at https://www.samson-connect.net.