For molecular modelers, mastering complex software platforms often presents a steep learning curve. SAMSON, the integrative molecular design platform, tackles this challenge through its user-friendly and guided Interactive Tutorials. Designed to help users perform various tasks with ease, these tutorials provide step-by-step instructions directly within the software environment.
Why Interactive Tutorials Matter
The molecular modeling process involves intricate workflows that can be overwhelming, especially for new users or for those transitioning to advanced features. SAMSON’s Interactive Tutorials eliminate hours of trial and error by guiding you through tasks such as setting up simulations, analyzing data, or building molecular models with precision. Whether you’re exploring SAMSON for the first time or diving into advanced functionalities, these tutorials are your shortcut to efficiency and productivity.
Getting Started with Tutorials
Accessing the interactive tutorials in SAMSON is straightforward. From the application menu, simply navigate to Help > Tutorials. There, you’ll find a collection of tutorials addressing various tasks and functionalities. Select the tutorial that suits your needs and click on Start tutorial.
Here’s a brief outline of what to expect during an interactive tutorial:
- Clear, step-by-step guidance embedded within the software.
- On-screen tips provided in real time, tailored to the current step of the tutorial.
- Learn by doing: Perform tasks directly within SAMSON as you follow the guided instructions.
Pausing and Resuming Tutorials
Life happens! If you need to stop a tutorial midway, it’s incredibly simple to pick up where you left off or start over. To exit a tutorial, just close the tutorial’s tip window located in the top-right corner of the Viewport. Whenever you’re ready to continue or restart, head back to Help > Tutorials and select your desired tutorial.
Beyond the Basics
For those expanding their molecular modeling capabilities with SAMSON Extensions, there is an additional library of tutorials available. These can be found in the SAMSON Extensions Tutorials section, where you’ll find focused instructions on specific extensions to further enhance your modeling workflows.
Conclusion
SAMSON’s Interactive Tutorials are an invaluable resource, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced molecular modeler. They offer a direct, hands-on approach to learning how to maximize the platform’s capabilities, ensuring you spend less time figuring things out and more time on meaningful scientific work. Explore these tutorials and take the first step toward improving your efficiency!
To learn more, visit the official documentation page: Interactive Tutorials.
Note: SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. You can download SAMSON at www.samson-connect.net.