I've written a post containing some tips for giving better presentations!

None of these tips can replace great content, but they will help you start strong and keep the energy going all the way through to the applause at the end.

https://philna.sh/blog/2026/03/05/talking-tips/

Do you have any more tips to share?

5 quick tips for giving better presentations

I have been speaking publicly at developer conferences for over a decade and in that time I've seen plenty of other people giving talks. Everyone gives talks...

Phil Nash
@philnash I always start by thanking the organisers and asking the audience to give them a round of applause: a) organising a conference/meet up is hard work and, b) if gives me a chance to look around the room.
@peterwilsoncc That's pretty sneaky to use it as a way to check out the room! I like that. The organisers always deserve more thanks too!
@philnash @peterwilsoncc they deserve nothing! I’m the star! Focus on meeeee!