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

# Live Classes

> How to join and participate in live classes on the platform

## Live Classes

Participate in real-time broadcasts with your teachers. Depending on what the teacher configured, the live class can happen in different formats.

## How it works

Each live class goes through three states:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Scheduled">
    The teacher schedules the class. You'll see a **countdown timer** with the scheduled date in your course.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Live">
    At the scheduled time, the teacher starts the broadcast. You receive a notification and can access the class.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Ended">
    After it ends, the class is marked as completed. If the teacher enabled recording, the content remains available for review.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Participating

### Before the class

<Steps>
  <Step title="Check the schedule">
    Live classes appear on your dashboard and in the course lesson list with the "Live" indicator.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Receive the reminder">
    You get a notification before the scheduled time.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Get ready">
    Check your internet connection. If you plan to participate actively, test your microphone and camera.
  </Step>
</Steps>

### During the class

Depending on the format chosen by the teacher, the experience may vary:

* **Integrated video conference** — Opens directly on the platform with camera, microphone, chat and screen sharing. No installation needed.
* **YouTube Live** — Integrated player with high-quality streaming and live chat.
* **External link (Google Meet, Zoom)** — A new tab opens with the meeting link. Keep the platform tab open to record attendance.

### Attendance check-in

Some live classes require **mandatory check-in**:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Access the class at the scheduled time">
    Click the live class in your course.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm attendance">
    If check-in is required, click "Confirm attendance" to unlock access.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Watch the class">
    After check-in, the player is unlocked.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  Check-in is configured by the teacher individually. Not all classes require confirmation.
</Note>

## Live classes and view limits

Live classes are **exempt from view limits**. Even if the course has view controls, live lessons don't count.

## Tips for a great experience

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="wifi" title="Stable connection">
    Use WiFi instead of mobile data. Close other bandwidth-consuming applications.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="microphone" title="Audio and video">
    Use headphones for better quality. Keep your microphone muted when not speaking.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="clock" title="Punctuality">
    Join a few minutes early. If check-in is required, confirm attendance as soon as the class starts.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Common problems

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="circle-xmark" title="Link won't open">
    Allow pop-ups for the platform. Use an updated version of Chrome, Firefox or Edge.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="lock" title="Check-in won't unlock">
    Wait for the teacher to start the broadcast. Reload the page if needed.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="video" title="Streaming with lag">
    Lower video quality, close other tabs and disable VPN if using one.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Next steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Notifications" icon="bell" href="/en/features/notifications">
    Set up alerts so you never miss a live class
  </Card>

  <Card title="Watching Lessons" icon="play" href="/en/students/lessons">
    Recorded lessons and on-demand content
  </Card>
</CardGroup>