Slack Skill Overview

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    Category: Technical > Instant messaging

Description

Slack is a digital workspace that facilitates communication and collaboration within teams. It allows users to send direct messages, create channels for group discussions, share files, and integrate with other apps like Google Drive or Trello. Users can customize notifications, use advanced search features, and even make voice or video calls. More advanced skills include using keyboard shortcuts, managing channel settings, setting reminders, and creating workflows. Expert users can customize Slack with CSS, build custom integrations, use the Slack API, and troubleshoot common issues. Learning to use Slack effectively can greatly enhance productivity and streamline team communication.

Expected Behaviors

  • Fundamental Awareness

    At the fundamental awareness level, users are expected to understand what Slack is and its purpose. They should be able to recognize the Slack interface and know how to download and install the application on their device.

  • Novice

    Novice users should be able to perform basic operations in Slack such as creating a new workspace, joining an existing one, setting up their profile, and sending direct messages. They should also be able to create channels, invite members to a channel, use basic text formatting, react to messages with emojis, and use @mentions.

  • Intermediate

    Intermediate users should be proficient in using advanced text formatting, uploading and sharing files, using search effectively, and customizing notifications. They should also be comfortable using threads for conversations, pinning important messages, using Slack on mobile devices, and integrating with other apps like Google Drive or Trello.

  • Advanced

    Advanced users should be adept at using keyboard shortcuts, creating user groups, managing channel settings and permissions, and using Slack calls for voice and video communication. They should also be able to set reminders, use slash commands, and create and manage workflows.

  • Expert

    Expert users should have mastery over using advanced search modifiers, customizing Slack with CSS, building custom integrations, and using the Slack API. They should also be capable of troubleshooting common issues, training others to use Slack effectively, and implementing company-wide Slack usage policies.

Micro Skills

Recognizing the benefits of using Slack over email

Identifying the main features of Slack

Understanding how Slack can improve team communication

Identifying the main components of the Slack interface

Understanding the difference between channels and direct messages

Recognizing the location of profile settings

Knowing where to find the search bar

Finding the correct download link for your device

Following the installation process

Opening Slack after it has been installed

Choosing a name for the workspace

Setting up workspace URL

Inviting team members during setup

Receiving an invitation to join a workspace

Following the link in the invitation email

Setting up account details after joining

Adding a profile picture

Filling out profile information

Setting a status

Finding a member to message

Writing and sending a message

Using emojis in messages

Choosing a name for the channel

Setting the channel as public or private

Inviting members during channel creation

Finding the channel settings

Searching for a member to invite

Sending the channel invitation

Bold, italic, strikethrough text

Creating lists

Using blockquotes

Finding the emoji button

Choosing an emoji

Reacting to a specific message

Understanding when to use @mentions

Mentioning a specific member

Mentioning a whole channel

Creating bold text

Creating italic text

Striking through text

Creating bulleted lists

Creating numbered lists

Quoting text

Creating hyperlinks

Uploading files from computer

Sharing files from Google Drive

Setting file permissions

Commenting on shared files

Searching within a specific channel

Searching by date range

Searching by user

Using search modifiers

Setting Do Not Disturb hours

Customizing notification sounds

Setting up desktop notifications

Managing mobile notifications

Starting a thread

Replying to a thread

Following and unfollowing threads

Viewing all threads

Pinning a message

Viewing pinned messages

Unpinning a message

Downloading the Slack mobile app

Signing in on mobile

Navigating the mobile interface

Customizing mobile settings

Adding an app to Slack

Using app commands

Managing app settings

Removing an app from Slack

Navigating between channels using shortcuts

Using shortcuts to react to messages

Using shortcuts to start a new message or reply

Understanding when to use user groups

Creating a new user group

Adding members to a user group

Managing user group permissions

Changing channel privacy settings

Managing member permissions within a channel

Archiving and unarchiving channels

Renaming or deleting a channel

Starting a voice or video call

Inviting others to a call

Sharing your screen during a call

Managing call settings

Setting a reminder for yourself

Setting a reminder for someone else

Managing and deleting reminders

Understanding the purpose of slash commands

Using built-in slash commands

Creating custom slash commands

Understanding when to use workflows

Creating a new workflow

Adding steps to a workflow

Managing and editing existing workflows

Searching by date or time

Searching in specific channels

Combining search terms

Excluding words from search

Changing theme colors

Creating custom emojis

Customizing sidebar appearance

Understanding Slack's API documentation

Creating incoming webhooks

Creating outgoing webhooks

Building interactive messages

Creating and managing bots

Authenticating with OAuth

Sending messages via API

Retrieving channel history via API

Managing users via API

Handling rate limits

Resolving connectivity issues

Fixing notification problems

Addressing file upload errors

Solving login issues

Dealing with app integration failures

Creating training materials

Conducting training sessions

Providing one-on-one support

Keeping up-to-date with new features and changes

Setting standards for channel creation

Establishing rules for @mentions and notifications

Defining file sharing practices

Creating a code of conduct

Enforcing security and privacy settings

Tech Experts

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  • Expert
    2 years work experience
  • Achievement Ownership
    Yes
  • Micro-skills
    127
  • Roles requiring skill
    36
  • Customizable
    Yes
  • Last Update
    Fri May 31 2024
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