One of the biggest hurdles faced by researchers and students new to molecular modeling is learning how to effectively use complex software interfaces and tools. Software like SAMSON can be extremely powerful, but its wide range of features can be intimidating to newcomers—and even to experienced users who are exploring a new aspect of molecular design.
To ease this learning curve, SAMSON offers built-in interactive tutorials. These tutorials guide users through actions directly within the SAMSON interface, allowing them to gain hands-on experience while accomplishing meaningful tasks. Instead of reading long manuals or watching disconnected video tutorials, users can follow in-app instructions at their own pace and explore real use cases in an integrated way.
Where to Find the Tutorials
Using the interactive tutorials is simple. In the SAMSON interface, navigate to:
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There, you will find a list of available tutorials covering a variety of core topics. Just select one and click Start tutorial.
What Makes These Tutorials Useful
Each tutorial walks you through specific actions in SAMSON—for example, how to load molecules, analyze structures, or use certain tools. Steps are presented in the form of small tips and prompts that appear inside the software. These are contextual instructions that stay relevant to the task at hand.
This format promotes active learning: you learn by doing, and you see immediate visual feedback from your actions. For new users, this can dramatically reduce the time it takes to feel comfortable with the software.
Flexibility for Your Workflow
Need to stop the tutorial midway? You can exit at any time by closing the tutorial tip window from the top-right corner of the viewport. And if you want to start the tutorial again later, simply return to:
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Help > Tutorials |
Extend Your Learning
In case you work with SAMSON Extensions (specialized modules that extend the capabilities of the platform), many of these also have their own tutorials. You can find them on the SAMSON Extensions Tutorials page.
The guided and modular approach of SAMSON’s tutorials supports both structured learning and quick topic refreshers. Whether you’re preparing a class, analyzing complex systems, or just getting started, these step-by-step tutorials can make your experience with molecular modeling more practical and less overwhelming.
Learn more about interactive tutorials in SAMSON.
SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. You can download SAMSON at https://www.samson-connect.net.