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here are few brief rundowns to show you how simple it will be to get started either streaming or making vids for youtube. listed below are the tools of my personal process, feel free to explore. note that these are not nearly as comprehensive as the Checklists.

Quickstart

Hardware & Software

Hardware

  • Modern-ish Computer (as long as it runs OBS)
  • ethernet/stable internet connection
  • Microphone & Headset (of your choice)
  • Optional - Webcam

Software

  • OBS
  • chat bot; Mixitup, Nightbot, Streamerbot, etc.
  • Optional (Vid Editing) - Da Vinci vid editor
  • Optional (Vid Editing) - Audacity sound recorder
  • Optional (Console Gaming) - Elgato/EVGA Capture Card
  • Optional (Vtubing) - PNG/2D Model & relevant program
  • Optional (Speedrunning) - LiveSplit
Setting Up, Linking, and Privating Personal Accounts

Youtube and/or Twitch

  • Minimum Profile Setup; Profile Picture, Bio Blurb
  • (Twitch) Panels: About, Rules, Credits
  • (Youtube) Livestreaming Verification, up to 72 hours validation

    • Linking Accounts

  • Chatbot Program Connections
  • OBS Connections

    • Privating Personal Accounts

  • Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
  • Create Twitch/Youtube Dedicated E-mail
  • Verify Payment Method Privacy Settings (read more in Online tab)

    • Setup Prep

    Equipment Setup

  • Elgato Setup with Console
  • Microphone & Headphone soundchecks
  • (Optional) Webcam