My first LaTeX document

Introduction to LaTEX language for the layout of academic papers

Description

Objective: Discover the principles of writing using the LaTeX language

Description : Office suites are not the only tools for creating documents. In scientific fields, many users prefer the LaTeX language. If you wish to discover LaTeX, its fundamental principles, and what this language can offer you for writing your reports/theses/articles, attend the next “Rendez-vous de l’info” at the Unige Library.

Program :

  • Principles of the LaTeX language, advantages and disadvantages
  • Main commands
  • Main packages
  • Inserting tables, figures, and equations
  • How to find and use existing online tools (templates, automatic generators, AIs)
  • Logiciels complémentaires

Prerequisites:

  • Creation of a free Overleaf account
    OR
  • Installation of two components on your computer: a TeX distribution (to read and compile LaTeX commands) and a LaTeX editor to assist with writing.

LaTeX Distribution :

LaTeX Editor:

When and where: Monday, February 24, 2025 (in French) and Thursday, May 15, 2025 (in English), 12:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Schmidheiny Library training room

Public : Students, PhD candidates, researchers, and PAT staff

Format : 2h45 workshop (including break)

Registration (see form below)

Topic : LaTeX, paper /thesis writing

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