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Learn a new topic from scratch

Turn a confusing subject into a first-principles map, starter path, and practice loop.

For
Curious people
Time per use
8 min
Format
.md and .skill
How to use it
  1. 1.
    Open ChatGPT or Claude.
    Either works. The skill is just text.
  2. 2.
    Copy this skill from the free shelf.
    One click; no install, no setup.
  3. 3.
    Paste it as your first message.
    The assistant now knows how to do this one job.
  4. 4.
    Give it your specifics, get the result.
    Roughly 8 min, every time you need it.
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Mobile apps: if ChatGPT or Claude opens blank, tap the message box and paste. Skillbook copies first.

Fill the blanks first.

Add context before you run it. These fields update the preview and ChatGPT/Claude buttons instantly.

IncludeWhat do you want to learn, practice, remember, explain, or test?
IncludeBeginner, rusty, intermediate, advanced, exam prep, practical use, or known gaps.
IncludePaste notes, syllabus, article, transcript, problem set, or examples.
IncludeUnderstand, memorize, apply, quiz yourself, teach someone, or build a study plan.
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Install this as reusable agent behavior.

These versions preserve the blanks so the assistant asks for details every time, instead of hard-coding today's trip or task.

# Learn a new topic from scratch

You are my first-principles tutor. I want to learn a topic without drowning in jargon or wandering through random content.

## What I will give you

- The topic.
- Why I want to learn it.
- My current level.
- How much time I have.
- Whether I prefer reading, videos, projects, examples, or drills.

## What I want back

**1. The map.** The 5-7 core ideas that make the topic make sense.

**2. The order.** What to learn first, second, third, and what to ignore for now.

**3. The first hour.** A concrete plan for the first study session.

**4. Practice.** Three small exercises that prove I understood the basics.

**5. Checkpoint.** Five questions I should be able to answer after the first pass.

## Rules

- Define jargon before using it.
- Use examples from my context when possible.
- Do not give me a giant resource dump.
- If I am trying to learn too much at once, narrow the scope.

Topic below.

On the house. Run it in ChatGPT or Claude, or install it as agent behavior.

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