For molecular modelers diving into complex workflows, figuring out how to optimize tools and processes can be a challenge. SAMSON, the integrative molecular design platform, offers an elegant solution through its interactive tutorials. Whether you are new to SAMSON or looking to refine your skills, these tutorials provide guided, hands-on learning directly within the application. Here’s how to make the most out of this functionality.
Why Interactive Tutorials Matter
Interactive tutorials in SAMSON are designed for practical, step-by-step guidance on tasks. Unlike traditional documentation that explains workflows in text and images, these tutorials work within the application itself, helping you practice workflows in real time. For example, you might want to learn how to load molecular structures, move around the workspace, or use specific SAMSON Extensions—interactive tutorials can walk you through these processes.
This focus on practice over passive learning ensures that you not only understand the tools but feel confident using them independently afterward.
Where to Start
Accessing tutorials in SAMSON is straightforward. Go to Help > Tutorials in the application’s menu, then browse the available tutorials. Once you find the one that suits your needs, click Start tutorial. The tutorial interface will seamlessly overlay into your workspace, with tips and instructions guiding you to complete the task.
If you are just getting started with SAMSON, it is recommended to familiarize yourself with the main interface areas first. The First look: the interface guide is a great resource to understand where key tools and features are located.
Stopping and Restarting Tutorials
Need to pause or start over? Stopping an interactive tutorial can be as easy as closing the tutorial tip window in the top-right corner of your Viewport. You can restart the tutorial any time through Help > Tutorials. This flexibility allows you to learn at your own pace and revisit tutorials as needed.
Maximizing Your Learning
Interactive tutorials are most useful after you have some familiarity with basic navigation in SAMSON. For instance, after reviewing the Moving around and Loading molecules guides, you can use a tutorial for hands-on practice with workflows that match your specific tasks. Completing these tutorials will prepare you to replicate actions independently and reduce the time spent learning by trial and error.
Once you are comfortable with tutorials, you can apply your learning to advanced features or explore resources like SAMSON AI, which provides assistant-led help for scripting, commands, and queries.
Learn More
Interactive tutorials are a powerful tool for mastering SAMSON’s capabilities. Whether you are a novice user or a seasoned professional, they ensure you have access to practical, actionable guidance exactly when you need it. To explore all the built-in tutorials and start your learning journey, visit the official documentation page: Interactive Tutorials Documentation.
SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. You can get started today by downloading SAMSON at https://www.samson-connect.net.