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Totally! However, I would say that if I were to do something like this, it would be used a spatial repetition learning model, and be repetitive reinforcement over "quizzes" so that it really sticks, and I'd probably wrap it all up to be run in the REPL alongside the book. Akin to executeprogram.com

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Shriram Krishnamurthi

@shriram.bsky.social

24 Feb 2025

We're aware of spaced repetition, but there are various design considerations here. If you really want to see more about the larger picture, see this work, which follows-up and says a lot more. CC @tonofcrates.bsky.social cs.brown.edu/~sk/Publicat...

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Steve Klabnik

@steveklabnik.com

24 Feb 2025

this was done without my consent (which is 100% fine!) but absolutely with my approval, i think it's very good, and hopefully informs carol + crew how to make the book even better