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Course Outline
Introduction
Initiating GIMP for Government Use
- Supported Platforms (Linux, MacOS, Windows)
- Programming Language
- Command Line Arguments
Utilizing GIMP for Government Operations
- Who is Wilber?
- Basic Concepts
- Main Interface Windows
- The Primary Toolbox
- Image Window
- Dialogs and Docking Features
- Undo Functionality and Irreversible Actions
- Resizing Images (Scaling)
- Reducing JPEG File Sizes
- Cropping Images for Efficiency
- Obtaining Image Information
- Modifying Image Modes
- Flipping Images for Symmetry
- Drawing Straight Lines with Precision
- Common Causes of GIMP Non-Responsiveness
- Preparing Images for Web Use
- Achieving Optimal Size-to-Quality Ratio in Images
- Further Reducing File Sizes
- Saving Images with Transparency
Painting Techniques with GIMP for Government Projects
- Feathering for Smooth Transitions
- Making Selections Partially Transparent
- Creating and Utilizing Selections
- Moving Selected Areas
- Freehand Selection Creation
- Using the Quickmask Feature
- Paths for Complex Designs
- Brushes for Diverse Strokes
- Adding New Brushes to Enhance Functionality
- The GIH Dialog Box for Brush Customization
- Creating Brushes with Variable Sizes
- Gradients for Color Blending
- Patterns for Repeating Designs
- Palettes for Consistent Colors
- Drawing Simple Geometric Objects
- Drawing Straight Lines Accurately
- Creating Basic Shapes for Government Graphics
Combining Images for Government Presentations
- Introduction to Layers in GIMP
- Layer Modes for Enhanced Effects
- Creating New Layers for Layered Designs
- Text and Font Options for Clarity
- Adding Text to Images for Informational Purposes
Enhancing Photographs for Government Use
- Working with Digital Camera Photos in GIMP
- Improving Image Composition
- Enhancing Color Quality
- Adjusting Image Sharpness
- Removing Unwanted Elements from Images
- Saving Enhanced Results for Official Use
Customizing GIMP for Government Needs
- Using Grids and Guides for Precision
- Rendering a Grid for Alignment
- Setting the Tile Cache for Performance
- Creating Shortcuts to Menu Functions for Efficiency
- Dialogs and Docking Customization
- Removing Unnecessary Tabs
- Customizing the Splash Screen for Branding
Scripting for Government Applications in GIMP
- Utilizing Plugins for Extended Functionality
- Installing New Plugins for Additional Tools
- Using Script-Fu Scripts for Automation
Summary and Next Steps for Government Users
Requirements
- Familiarity with appropriate operating systems (Linux, Mac, or Windows)
- Knowledge of Photoshop may be advantageous
Audience for Government Use
- Beginners seeking to learn image editing using GIMP
- Graphic designers transitioning from other image editing tools such as Photoshop
- Hobbyists and professionals aiming to improve their image editing skills with free and open-source software
14 Hours
