title: Powerpoint PPT to JPG or PNG Image conversion using PHP
body: <p>I need to convert single Powerpoint (PPT) slides/files to JPG or PNG format on linux but haven't found any way of doing so successfully so far. I have heard that it can be done with open office via php but haven't found any examples or much useful documentation.  I'd consider doing it with python or java also, but I'm unsure which route to take.</p>
  
  <p>I understand that it can be done using COM on a Windows server but would really like to refrain from doing so if possible.</p>
  
  <p>Any ideas/pointers gratefully received.  (And yes, I have searched the site and others before posting!)</p>
  
  <p>Thanks in advance,</p>
  
  <p>Rob Ganly</p>