> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://bigbluebutton.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Prepare for your Class

> Let's make sure your first classes go well!

If you've not done so, watch [watch the first two tutorial videos](/help/videos).

## Check your computer and browser

Never used BigBlueButton before, verify your setup meets the minimum requirements:

* **Browser**: Latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari
* **Internet**: Stable broadband connection (minimum 1 Mbps up/down; 5 Mbps recommended for webcam)
* **Audio**: Headset with microphone recommended (reduces echo)
* **Webcam**: Built-in or external USB webcam

For full details, see [Minimum Requirements](/help/faq/what-are-the-minimum-requirements-for-bigbluebutton).

<Tip>For the best experience, use **Google Chrome** or **Microsoft Edge** on a desktop or laptop computer.</Tip>

To check your browser's bandwidth, connectivity, and media sharing, visit the self-test page at [https://test.bigbluebutton.com/](https://test.bigbluebutton.com/)

## Run through this First-Day Checklist

The best way to learn is by doing.  Follow the script below using a two browsers (so you can be both teacher and student) or, even better, invite a friend to join you do the steps together to ensure everything works.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Start a session at my.bigbluebutton.com">
    Create a BigBlueButton session at [https://my.bigbluebutton.com/](https://my.bigbluebutton.com/).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Test your audio">
    Join a session and complete the audio echo test. Confirm you can hear yourself and that your microphone is working.  See [Join the Audio](/help/user-guide/join-the-audio).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Test your webcam">
    Enable your webcam and verify the preview looks correct. Adjust lighting so your face is clearly visible. See [Share a Webcam](/help/user-guide/share-a-webcam).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Upload a test presentation">
    Upload a PDF or slide deck to make sure it renders correctly. Check that all pages appear and text is readable. See [Upload a Presentation](/help/presenter-guide/upload-a-presentation-enable-for-download).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Try screen sharing">
    Share your screen or a specific application window. Verify participants would see what you intend. See [Share My Screen](/help/presenter-guide/share-my-screen).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Explore the interface">
    Familiarize yourself with the toolbar, chat panel, user list, and presentation area. See [Interface Overview](/getting-started/interface-overview).
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>If you run into issues during testing, check the [Troubleshooting](/reference/troubleshooting) guide.</Note>

## Get familar with your front-end

You are likely using a learning management system (LMS) for teaching with BigBlueButton.  The BigBlueButton integration is built-into the core of Canvas, Moodle, and Sakai.

<Columns cols={3}>
  <Card title="Canvas" icon="graduation-cap" href="/integrations/canvas/faq-what-are-conferences">
    Set up BigBlueButton conferences in Canvas.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Moodle" icon="book-open" href="/integrations/moodle/get-started/create-your-first-activity">
    Create BigBlueButton activities in Moodle.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Sakai" icon="school" href="/integrations/sakai/faq-what-are-meetings">
    Use BigBlueButton meetings in Sakai.
  </Card>
</Columns>

If you have hosting with [Blindside Networks](help/about-us), you may also have Personal Rooms setup to use BigBlueButton outside of your LMS.

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card icon="door-open" href="/help/personal-rooms/how-do-i-create-my-own-rooms" title="Personal Rooms">
    Create standalone rooms with custom names and settings — no LMS required.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Note>If you run into issues during testing, check the [Troubleshooting](/reference/troubleshooting) guide.</Note>

# LMS integrations

The guides above organize BigBlueButton according to the flow of teaching. For a quick lookup of individual features, see the [Educator Quick Reference](/getting-started/educator-quick-reference).