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@roamhacker

23 May

1/ Years ago I used something called paper, often with a pencil or pen. Maybe you have seen these ancient writing instruments in a museum. For handwritten notes, I used the Cornell Note taking system. I really liked it, it worked so well! Here is what a Cornell note looks like:

2/ Basically you write the topic in the header, take notes in main part of the page, then in left column write brief highlights (like callouts). Then at the end, you write a summary of the main ideas.

Simple simple simple.

This method is still taught:
lsc.cornell.edu/how-to-study/t…

3/ The benefit of the system is that it forced me to make very brief summaries of my notes as I was taking notes, and then to think about how to best summarize the whole lesson or research in the end. This method served as a way of being mentally active in the learning process

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RoamHacker - exploring PKM and its future

@roamhacker

20 May

1/ Really interesting question Mark poses here. Basically many now see blocks as fundamental building pieces in their Tools for Thought (a competitive advantage). However, the block itself is really a concept to make it easier for users to comprehend/visualize the data element.

2/ In other words, a block doesn't really exist. It is an abstraction for us as users to the underlying data store. What is crucial for understanding with these systems, is that each data element (block) is represented by an internal identifier that makes that data unique.

https://twitter.com/roamhacker/status/1364296274468614151

3/ This is actually what is important. Each block has its own address, which makes it easier to find, get to and reuse elsewhere. I explain this here:

https://twitter.com/roamhacker/status/1364296274468614151

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RoamHacker - exploring PKM and its future

@roamhacker

15 May

https://twitter.com/FISSIONcodes/status/1393223331482984450

1/ This looks important, interchange between TfT tools. Interchange historically fails due to competition between companies. (Lockin customers by controlling their data).

But it would be wonderful in #TfT infancy, if we can already establish interchange as a strong selling point

https://twitter.com/FISSIONcodes/status/1393223331482984450

2/ The truth is, no matter how loyal you are to one product, you will always need to at some point interact with other tools. Why? Other tools may have some feature that you need for some project? Or you might be working with people who use different tools.

3/ Regarding this, #roam is doing a good job. you can export your entire graph to EDN (full fidelity), JSON (close to full) and Markdown files. Their export is improving. Lacking:
+ Image export
+ MD doesn't export all data elements yet

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RoamHacker - exploring PKM and its future

@roamhacker

12 May

@dr_kvj

1/ Today I started a conversation with @dr_kvj, former user of #roam & Roam42. He moved to @obsdmd, but has now settled on @rem_note. Since he is active in the Tools for Thought space & I respect his opinion, I wanted to hear his opinion on @rem_note & why he moved to it.

@rem_note

2/ If you are interested in some info on @rem_note then join in on this conversation. If your a remnote user, feel free to add your thoughts. Goal is to engage broader TFT community

First question for @dr_kvj: What are the main features that made you settle on using RemNote?

3/ I am also curious if you use it on mobile device, and does it work and how is the experience?

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RoamHacker - exploring PKM and its future

@roamhacker

11 May

https://twitter.com/roamhacker/status/1391684454331072512

1/ SRS rule 11 of 20 COMBAT INTERFERENCE
Known as memory interference, happens when learning similar things & we confuse them. For example when learning a language, two words that sound the same confuse you about their meaning, and so you avoid using them.

https://twitter.com/roamhacker/status/1391684454331072512

2/ At the moment of formulating knowledge & creating SRS reviews, it is not easy to predict when interference will occur. Later during reviewing or actual use we notice the mental interference occurring, but don't take action to deal with it. We assume its normal & ignore it.

3/ Strategy: Detect & Eliminate
Learn to spot the memory interference and take immediate action to get rid of it. For example, with two conflicting similar words, do extra focused review sessions over a few days to fully commit those words to memory. Basically conquer them.

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RoamHacker - exploring PKM and its future

@roamhacker

8 May

@obsdmd

OBSIDIAN COMMUNITY REVIEW
1/ I have been promising for some time to write a review of the @obsdmd community. While a "community" is not a product, when it comes to "Tools for thought", community should be viewed as an important feature, not an afterthought or byproduct.

2/ Let me preface this review with a note: For the last year I have been focused on the #roam community & very happy with that. This is not intended as a comparison of these communities, but rather a "new user" experience into the Obsidian community & my first impressions.

3/ What is "Tools" in "TOOLS for Thought"? Tools are the collection of tools we use in leveraging our thoughts in written form. Tools are software, but more importantly include workflows, methods, techniques, practices & algorithms. "Tools" is plural, made up of all these things.