Live streaming is complicated. There are so many different platforms and pieces of software to choose from before you can even start thinking about producing content. This guide will help you get started on Twitch, the most popular streaming platform, and YouTube Live—an up-and-coming site.

<aside> 📔 Don’t know which platform is right for you? We’ll help you find out. Here’s the rundown, along with some 🔥hot takes🔥 on Twitch, YouTube Live, and Twitter Spaces.

Intro: Welcome to the Wild World of Live Streaming 🤪

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<aside> ⚙️ Streamers utilize different programs to enhance their streams. This section identifies and explains much of the software necessary for producing a successful live stream

Technology and Setup

#Pre and Post Stream Checklist

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<aside> 🎨 Streaming is inherently visual, and having an appealing look can help draw in viewers. For guidance on making your stream and channel look pretty, check out this section.

Visual Design

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<aside> 📰 Streaming the news is fundamentally different from broadcast news on TV. Consider this section a nut graf; it has everything you need to know about streaming the news.

Incorporating News

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YouTube Live

<aside> 🎭 Streaming on YouTube Live allows creators the unique opportunity to reach a broad audience that is eager to interact with itself and the streamer.

Stream Culture and Content - YouTube Live

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Twitch

<aside> 🎭 Twitch culture is pretty unique. Chat emotes, donations, and Discord channels are just a few of the community-building techniques covered in this section that streamers can use to engage with their audience.

Stream Culture and Content - Twitch

Discord

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<aside> 📈 Streaming services have a unique culture that can be hard to grasp at first. Peek into this section for hints on how to maximize your channel's exposure and growth.

Stream Strategies- Twitch

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