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Discussion on: Do you take notes when studying a language/framework?

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Brad

I never take notes when "studying". I also usually don't watch videos or talks, as I find it hard to focus. I also never try to memorize anything.

I'd much rather find an article, read/skim it, and play around with it on my side. By working with something, or running into an issue multiple times, I end up remember it much better than if I were to write it down.

I used to take notes in school, but found I never read them. I also found I got a better understanding by just doing it.

I do keep a few lists of things I'd like to read or look into, but I never consider it a requirement to "learning" something. I don't think I "know" something until I've used it a few times.