Learn Anything 🧠

Learn any topic and actually remember it.

Master any subject efficiently using evidence-based learning science methods. Create personalized learning paths with spaced repetition schedules, active recall quizzes, and progress tracking that ensures long-term retention—not just short-term cramming.

Why choose this skill:

• - ✅ Retention-focused - Optimized for long-term memory, not quick cramming
• ✅ Science-backed - Every feature based on peer-reviewed learning research
• ✅ 100% Free - No API costs, no hidden fees, works offline
• ✅ Comprehensive - Learning paths, quizzes, progress tracking, all in one
• ✅ Flexible - Works for ANY topic (programming, languages, skills, concepts)

Quick Start

Basic usage:
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Examples:

• - "Help me learn Python programming"
• "I want to understand options trading"
• "Create a learning path for Japanese"
• "Teach me about machine learning"

Core Workflow

When the user wants to learn something:

1. 1. Clarify goal — What specifically do they want to achieve? How deep?
2. Assess level — Beginner, intermediate, or advanced?
3. Generate learning path — Break topic into logical progression
4. Curate resources — Find best free resources (articles, videos, docs)
5. Summarize content — Distill key concepts
6. Quiz for retention — Generate questions for active recall
7. Track progress — Update learning journal

Learning Path Structure

Generate paths with:

• - Milestone — Clear checkpoint/goal
• Resources — 2-3 best free resources for this step
• Key concepts — What to understand
• Practice — How to apply
• Quiz — Self-check questions

Example output:
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Learning Methods

Apply these proven techniques:

Spaced Repetition

• - Review material at increasing intervals: 1 day → 3 days → 1 week → 2 weeks
• Suggest review schedule when user completes a milestone

Feynman Technique

• - Ask user to explain concept in simple terms
• Identify gaps in their understanding
• Refine explanation until clear

Active Recall

• - Generate quiz questions, not just summaries
• Ask user to retrieve info, not re-read
• Use flashcard-style prompts

Interleaving

• - Mix related topics rather than blocking
• E.g., alternate between Python and JavaScript concepts

Pomodoro

• - Suggest 25-min focused sessions with 5-min breaks
• Track session count for complex topics

Commands

Command	Description
INLINECODE0	Generate full learning path
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Get key concepts summary | | quiz me on <topic> | Generate practice questions | | next step | Get next milestone in current path | | track progress | Update learning journal |

Learning Journal

Track progress in learning-journal.md:
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References

For detailed learning science, see:

• - references/learning-methods.md — Deep dive on techniques
• INLINECODE7 — Quiz generation patterns

Scripts

• - scripts/generate-quiz.py — Create quizzes from content
• INLINECODE9 — Update learning journal

Tips

• - Start small — First milestone should be completable in 1-2 hours
• Build momentum — Quick wins increase motivation
• Focus on practice — Passive learning is weak; build things
• Teach back — If you can't explain it, you don't understand it
• Iterate — Adjust path based on what works

Competitive Comparison

Why choose Learn Anything over other learning skills?

Feature	Learn Anything	learn-anything-in-one-hour	learn-anything-pro
Focus	Long-term retention	Quick 1-hour crash courses	Expert resource curation
Learning Science

✅ Full suite (spaced repetition, active recall, Feynman, interleaving) | ❌ None | ⚠️ Limited |
| Quizzing | ✅ Built-in, multiple types | ❌ No quizzing | ❌ No quizzing |
| Progress Tracking | ✅ Learning journal + metrics | ❌ None | ❌ None |
| Cost | ✅ 100% FREE | ✅ Free | ❌ $0.001/call (paid API) |
| Personalization | ✅ Adaptive to your level | ⚠️ One-size-fits-all | ⚠️ Curated but not personalized |
| Topics | ✅ ANY topic | ✅ Most topics | ✅ Curated topics only |
| Best For | Lifelong learners who want lasting knowledge | Quick overviews, fast results | Expert content discovery |

When to use this skill:

• - You want to actually remember what you learn (not just cram)
• You need a structured learning path with clear milestones
• You want built-in quizzing and progress tracking
• You prefer FREE, offline-capable tools
• You're learning complex topics that require retention (programming, languages, professional skills)

When to consider alternatives:

• - You need a 1-hour crash course → try INLINECODE10
• You want expert-curated resource lists → try learn-anything-pro (paid)

Integration & Export

Works with your favorite tools:

Anki (Flashcards)

Export quiz questions to Anki for spaced repetition: CODEBLOCK3

Obsidian (PKM)

Track your learning journey in Obsidian:

• - Use templates from INLINECODE12
• Auto-update learning journal in your vault

Notion (Progress Tracking)

• - Export learning paths to Notion databases
• Track milestones and quiz results

Calendar Integration

• - Add spaced repetition review sessions to your calendar
• Get reminders for optimal review times

Success Stories

What users are saying:

• - "Finally, a learning skill that focuses on retention, not just consumption!"
• "The quizzing feature helped me actually remember what I learned weeks later"
• "Perfect for my ADHD brain - clear milestones and quick wins"
• "I learned Python basics in 2 weeks and actually remember it months later"

Popular Learning Paths

Top requested topics:

• - Programming (Python, JavaScript, Rust, Go)
• Languages (Japanese, Spanish, Mandarin, Tagalog)
• Professional Skills (public speaking, writing, leadership)
• Technical Skills (machine learning, data science, DevOps)
• Creative Skills (photography, music production, design)
• Personal Development (productivity, finance, health)

Request a new topic: Just ask! "Help me learn [any topic]" works for anything.

Contributing

Found a bug or have a feature request?

• - Open an issue on GitHub
• Share your learning paths with the community
• Contribute quiz templates and learning resources

License

MIT — use freely, modify, share.

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