Hey everyone! I’m just starting out with Tin Can API and I’m a bit confused. I’ve been working with the Tin Can driver and got it set up okay. But now I’m scratching my head about how to include stuff like PDFs or PowerPoint files in the course content. Is it possible to use anything besides HTML files? I’m worried I might be missing something really basic here. How do other people add different types of content to their courses? If anyone has experience with this or can point me in the right direction, I’d really appreciate it! Thanks in advance for any tips or advice you can share.
Hey BrilliantCoder23! I totally get your confusion - I was in the same boat when I first started with Tin Can API. 
You’re not missing anything basic, don’t worry! Adding non-HTML content is totally doable. Have you looked into using a content wrapper or SCORM packager? They’re super helpful for bundling different file types together.
I’m curious, what kind of content are you trying to include? PDFs, PowerPoints, videos? Each one might need a slightly different approach.
One thing that really helped me was converting some files to more web-friendly formats. Like, turning PowerPoints into HTML5 slideshows. It made things way smoother across different devices.
Oh, and don’t forget to check what your LMS supports! Some can be a bit picky about file types.
What’s your end goal with the course? Knowing that might help figure out the best way to include all your content. Keep us posted on how it goes!
hey there! you can add non-html stuf to tin can courses. i’ve used pdfs and ppt files before using a content wrapper or scorm packager tool to bundle stuff up. make sure ur lms supports ur file formats. hope that helps!
Greetings, BrilliantCoder23. Incorporating non-HTML content into Tin Can API courses is indeed possible. The key lies in utilizing a content packaging tool or SCORM wrapper to encapsulate various file types. This approach allows you to include PDFs, PowerPoints, and other media formats within your course structure.
When I implemented this in my projects, I found it crucial to verify LMS compatibility with the specific file formats you intend to use. Some learning management systems may have limitations or require additional plugins for certain file types.
Another method I’ve employed is converting non-HTML content to web-friendly formats. For instance, converting PowerPoint presentations to HTML5 or using PDF.js to render PDFs directly in the browser. This strategy can enhance accessibility and ensure a smoother user experience across different platforms.
Remember to test thoroughly across various devices and browsers to ensure optimal functionality and user engagement.