reveal.js

Self-Hosted

Open-source HTML presentation framework for beautiful, interactive slides

Overview

reveal.js is an open-source HTML framework for building responsive, interactive presentations. It supports Markdown, animations, transitions, speaker notes, math typesetting, and integrations like LaTeX or Mermaid. Deploy easily on static hosts (GitHub Pages, Netlify), run locally, or use the online editor. Customize via pre-built themes or custom CSS; add remote control, polls, or code highlighting. Ideal for developers, educators, or anyone wanting dynamic presentations without proprietary tools—no subscriptions, fully open-source.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  revealjs:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: revealjs
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Markdown & HTML slide creation
Interactive animations & transitions
Speaker notes & remote control support
Static deployment (GitHub Pages, Netlify)

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is reveal.js hard to install?

No—reveal.js needs no installation. Use the online editor, download source files to run locally, or clone the GitHub repo. Deploying is easy via static hosting services like GitHub Pages or Netlify.

? Is it a good alternative to PowerPoint or Google Slides?

Yes—for users comfortable with HTML/Markdown. It offers more design control and interactivity than traditional tools, perfect for technical presentations. It lacks a WYSIWYG interface, so it’s better suited for those who prefer coding or markdown.

? Is reveal.js completely free?

Yes—reveal.js is open-source under the MIT License, meaning it’s free to use, modify, and distribute for personal or commercial purposes with no restrictions.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Miscellaneous

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ No proprietary software required
⊕ Fully customizable (themes, CSS)
⊕ Works offline & cross-platform

Cons

⊖ Requires basic HTML/Markdown skills for advanced use
⊖ No built-in WYSIWYG editor (uses code or third-party tools)