Introduction to Darktable Training Course

Introduction

• What is Darktable?
• Darktable vs. other image editing tools
• Overview of Darktable's features and architecture
• Benefits of using Darktable for photography

Understanding Darktable

• The lifecycle of a photo in Darktable
• How Darktable's non-destructive editing works
• Introduction to modules and their role

Getting Started

• Setting up the Development Environment
• Installing Darktable on Windows, macOS, and Linux
• Configuring basic settings and preferences

Importing and Organizing Photos

• Importing photos into Darktable
• Organizing and managing your photo library
• Adding metadata and tags for better organization

Basic Image Editing

• Crop and rotate images
• Adjust exposure, contrast, and brightness
• White balance and color correction

Advanced Editing Techniques

• Using masks and blending modes
• Applying filters and effects
• Fine-tuning with tone curves and levels

Non-destructive Editing Workflow

• Understanding history and snapshots
• Revisiting and re-editing photos
• Preserving original image quality

Debugging and Troubleshooting

• Common issues and error messages
• Troubleshooting techniques and solutions

Summary and Next Steps

• Review of key concepts and skills learned
• Resources for further learning and advanced topics