The document discusses the various software programs and tools the author used to create different elements of their multimedia project. They used Photoshop to create an ident, edit a poster and magazine, and draw frames for a hand animation. They also used Photoshop to edit footage from a camera, After Effects to add effects to video clips, Publisher to design layouts, and PowerPoint for an evaluation. Online tools like Prezi, YouTube, WordPress, and Slideshare helped present and host elements of the project.