diff --git a/docs/README.md b/docs/README.md index e69de29..064269f 100644 --- a/docs/README.md +++ b/docs/README.md @@ -0,0 +1,223 @@ +# Podcast Summary Generation Workflow + +This document outlines a potential workflow for generating engaging social media content from podcast transcripts, with a focus on LinkedIn carousels. + +## Workflow Steps + +### Step 1: Content Chunking +Group related timestamps into larger thematic chunks for better content organization. + +**Prompt:** +``` +Review the timestamp outline and group related topics into larger chunks. + +Instructions: +1. Find related consecutive topics +2. Combine them into logical groups +3. Note start time of first topic and end time of last topic in group + +Output Format: +Group 1 +Timestamps: +0:00 MLOps in corporations versus startups +6:03 The agility and pace of startups +7:54 MLOps on a shoestring budget +12:54 Cloud solutions for startups +Time Range: 0:00 - 15:06 + +Group 2 +[...] +``` + +Each group would be {`chunk_1`, `chunk_2`, ..., `chunk_n`} - a set of files or data elements which would contain a specific part of the transcript specified in a relevant time range. + +Example input from [MLOps in Corporations and Startups](https://datatalks.club/podcast/s20e04-mlops-in-corporations-and-startups.html) podcast: + +``` +0:00 MLOps in corporations versus startups +6:03 The agility and pace of startups +7:54 MLOps on a shoestring budget +12:54 Cloud solutions for startups +15:06 Challenges of cloud complexity versus on-premise +19:19 Selecting tools and avoiding vendor lock-in +22:22 Choosing between a startup and a corporation +27:30 Flexibility and risks in startups +29:37 Bureaucracy and processes in corporations +33:17 The role of frameworks in corporations +34:32 Advantages of large teams in corporations +40:01 Challenges of technical debt in startups +43:12 Career advice for junior data scientists +44:10 Tools and frameworks for MLOps projects +49:00 Balancing new and old technologies in skill development +55:43 Data engineering challenges and reliability in LLMs +57:09 On-premise vs. cloud solutions in data-sensitive industries +59:29 Alternatives like Dask for distributed systems +``` + +### Step 2: Content Organization +Break down the transcript into separate text files or data elements based on the thematic chunks. + +Final result is {`chunk_1`, `chunk_2`, ..., `chunk_n`} - a set of files or data elements which would contain a specific part of the transcript specified in a relevant time range. + +### Step 3: Format Selection +Choose from the available carousel formats (detailed below). + +### Step 4: Content Extraction +Based on the selected format, extract content using one of these approaches: + +1. Key Takeaways + +**Prompt:** +``` +Based on the transcript, extract key takeaways. These should be the most important insights, ideas, or lessons a listener would remember from this section. Avoid vague or generic points. Use clear, specific, high-impact phrasing. +Output as a numbered list. Each item should be ≤25 words. +``` + +2. Notable Quotes + +**Prompt:** +``` +Extract memorable or insightful quotes and their context directly from the transcript. Prefer short, self-contained, high-impact quotes that could stand alone. +``` + +3. Guest Journey + +**Prompt:** +``` +Summarize the guest's career or learning journey as described in this transcript. +Break it into chronological stages using short headings + 1–2 sentence descriptions per stage. +Focus on turning points, obstacles, motivations, and transitions. +``` + +4. Practical Advice + +**Prompt:** +``` +Extract actionable advice or tips mentioned by the guest. +These should be practical, specific, and useful — not vague or motivational. +Format as a list, with each item: +- Tip in bold (max 10 words) +- Supporting sentence or example (optional, max 20 words) +``` + +5. Resources Mentioned + +**Prompt:** +``` +List all specific tools, frameworks, books, libraries, datasets, or products mentioned in the transcript. +For each, provide: +- Name of the resource +- One-sentence description or how it was used/recommended by the guest +``` + +### Step 5: Content Consolidation +Combine results from each chunk into a single final file, `file_final`. + +So for each carousel format you would have its own `file_final`. + +### Step 6: Carousel Generation +Transform the processed content from `file_final` into a markdown table used to construct LinkedIn carousel: + +``` +Create a carousel table from the provided content: + +Structure: +1. Cover (Slide 1) + - Title: Main topic/value (8-10 words) + - Text: Key insight or hook (120 chars) + +2. Content + - Title: Clear point per slide + - Text: Supporting detail or example + - Keep related points together + - Maximum 8 content slides + +3. CTA (Final Slide) + - Title: Action-focused + - Text: Clear next step + +Requirements: +- All titles: 8-10 words max +- All text: 120 characters max +- Professional tone +- No repetition between title and text +- Each slide should be self-contained + +Table Format: +| Slide # | Title | Text | +|---------|-------|------| +| 1 | Main Topic | Hook | +| 2-9 | Point | Detail | +| 10 | CTA | Action | +``` + + +## Carousel Format Templates + +### 1. Takeaways Format +- Slide 1: "5 Key Takeaways from [Guest] on [Topic]" +- Core Slides: One takeaway per slide with quote and explanation +- Final slide: Call-to-action + +### 2. Quotes Format +- Slide 1: "Thought-Provoking Quotes from [Guest Name]" +- Core Slides: Single quote per slide with minimal context +- Final slide: "Get the full context – link in comments" + +### 3. Guest Journey Format +- Slide 1: "How [Guest Name] Went from X to Y" +- Core Slides: One journey stage per slide. +- Final slide: Journey-related CTA or quote + +### 4. Practical Advice Format +- Slide 1: "5 Practical Tips from [Guest] on [Theme]" +- Core Slides: One tip per slide +- Final slide: Podcast CTA + +### 5. Resources Format +- Slide 1: "[Guest]'s Toolkit from the Episode" +- Core Slides: One resource per slide with brief comment +- Final slide: "More recommendations in the episode!" + +### Special: Topic Deep Dive Format +- Slide 1: "Let's talk about [Topic]" +- Slide 2: Topic importance +- Core Slides: Simple concept explanations +- Final slide: "Want more like this? Listen here." + +## Technical Specifications + +### Dimensions +- Square: 1080 x 1080 pixels +- Portrait: 1080 x 1350 pixels + +### Typography Guidelines + +| Text Element | Font Size (px) | +|----------------|----------------| +| Main Headline | 60-80 | +| Subheadline | 40-60 | +| Body Text | 30-45 | +| Caption | 20-30 | + +### Character Count Guidelines + +| Element | Recommended Length | +|------------|--------------------------------------| +| Headline | 3-10 words (~40-60 characters) | +| Subheading | 80-100 characters maximum | +| Body Text | ~120 characters (1-2 short sentences)| +| CTA/Footer | Under 50 characters | + +> **Best Practice:** Use concise, impactful sentences. Split longer content across multiple slides. + +## Style Guidelines for Your Prompts + +Include into your prompts: + +``` +- Be factual and thorough +- Use natural language for native speakers +- Maintain professional tone +- Focus on clarity and impact +``` \ No newline at end of file