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

# Live Speakers

> Stream live speaker presentations via WebRTC and manage the presentation queue

The **Live Speakers** tab in the Event Management dashboard lets you manage real-time speaker presentations streamed via WebRTC. Access it from the [Event Management Overview](/event-management/overview) by clicking the **Live Speakers** tab.

<Tip>Speaker recordings are automatically saved and can be linked to the speaker profile. Use recordings for post-event content, attendee follow-up, or sharing with sponsors.</Tip>

## How live speaker streaming works

The live speaker system uses WebRTC for real-time video streaming between the speaker and the event audience:

1. An approved speaker is scheduled to present
2. The speaker starts their WebRTC stream from their browser
3. The event manager monitors and controls the live stream from the Live Speakers page
4. The presentation is optionally recorded for later access

<Note>Both the speaker and viewers need a modern browser with WebRTC support. Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge all support WebRTC.</Note>

## Managing the speaker presentation queue

The presentation queue shows all scheduled speaker presentations in order. As the event manager, you control the flow:

* **View the queue** — see all approved speakers and their scheduled presentation order
* **Reorder presentations** — drag and drop to adjust the presentation order
* **Start next speaker** — move to the next speaker in the queue
* **Remove from queue** — remove a speaker if they are no longer available

## Viewing the live stream

When a speaker is presenting, the live stream appears on the Live Speakers page. The WebRTC stream provides:

* **Real-time video and audio** from the speaker's browser
* **Low-latency streaming** suitable for projecting to event screens
* **Stream controls** — mute, pause, or end the stream

## Recording speaker talks

Speaker presentations can be recorded for later use:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Start recording">
    Click the **Record** button while a speaker is presenting live.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Stop recording">
    Click **Stop Recording** when the presentation finishes. The recording is automatically uploaded and saved.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Access recordings">
    View saved recordings from the Live Speakers page. Recordings are linked to the speaker's profile for easy reference.
  </Step>
</Steps>

Recordings can be used for:

* **Post-event content** — share speaker talks with attendees who missed them
* **Speaker portfolios** — link recordings back to the speaker profile
* **Sponsor reports** — include speaker session recordings in post-event sponsor summaries
* **Judge review** — let judges review speaker demos after the event

## Next steps

<Columns>
  <Card title="Speakers" icon="microphone" href="/event-management/speakers">
    Invite and manage your speaker lineup.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Live Demos" icon="desktop" href="/event-management/live-demos">
    Stream live project demos from builders.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Prizes" icon="trophy" href="/event-management/prizes">
    Configure prizes and assign winners.
  </Card>
</Columns>