Computer nerds: Help!

[PShabi]

Okay, I'm going to ask for some help for the more technologically inclined around here.

I mentioned this in another thread and I still haven't figured out how to do it.

On another forum, a lot of members have begun "taping" short sessions, edited out the folded hands, and posted them in AVI format for peer review.

It is seriously the best learning tool you could ask for. Very interesting for everyone involved.

My question is, "how the hell would I go about 'recording' my desktop during a session?"

Is there anyone that has any idea of how I could accomplish this. I'd love to put a 20-minute session together of 2-3 tabling so others could take a look at it.

Nothing like putting yourself under the microscope.

Anybody have any ideas?

[BlibbityBlabbity]

Not sure I want to reply given the title, but you need software that takes screen capoture movies (similar to how print screen captures an image file).





I have never actually used one of these, but those two came up in a search.

[PShabi]

Thanks Blibb.

[PShabi]

Also, people are using the website, to temporarily host these things. I hope to have something up tonight for viewing.

I really want TP to look at it, since he's proven at the level I'm playing at. However, I think it will be fun for everyone to see.

Hopefully, I can go into one of my crazy 45-minute long, 50bet downswings so you folks can see just how easy I can lose $500.

[Talking Poker]

Either you've moved back down in limits, or you have no idea how to properly have a downswing

I'm looking forward to seeing this. I onder how many "marginal" hands you will throw away that you would have normally played, knowing you'll have an audience.

I also look forward to seeing you get pissed off and go crazy in the chat box

IMO, when you edit it, you should leave EVERY HAND in there (at least show the dealt cards and you clicking on fold, plus the final board and the winner of the hand). That way, it will be fluent, easy to keep track of the button, the $ amounts will change as expected, etc... Plus, half of poker is knowing your opponents, and not just your own starting cards.

Maybe I'll do this sometime too. Sounds cool

[MAYHEM45]

Poker Video is the new Hand History. I like it!

Perhaps I'll play a 180 and film the whole way though...

[PShabi]

LOL, nope, their is no 2.5/5.00 game that I'm aware of. Still god ole' 5/10.

Me good at math, huh? Changed the OP to state a "50BB downswing."

The $1000 swings take at least 2 days for me to accomplish.

[PShabi]

What I've seen from others is they'll show themselves clicking fold and edit the rest of the hand out. So, at least you know what they're folding preflop.

I may just go with a 3-table session unedited. Should be enough action to keep it interesting. Also, you'll see my stat overlays to get basic table reads.

I have no doubt that I'll play more normal game while being taped. In fact, my marginal steal raises and blind defense is going to be one of the more interesting aspects.

Hopefully be giving this a shot today.