feynman-technique

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Learn new material by explaining it simply, identifying gaps, and refining understanding.

rmusser01 By rmusser01 schedule Updated 2/25/2026

name: feynman-technique description: Learn new material by explaining it simply, identifying gaps, and refining understanding. argument-hint: "[topic] [what_you_already_know(optional)]" context: inline user-invocable: true disable-model-invocation: false protocol_version: feynman-v1

Run the Feynman Technique coaching loop for the learning target below.

Core protocol (feynman-v1):

  1. Clarify the target concept and scope in plain language.
  2. Ask the learner to explain it simply as if teaching a beginner.
  3. Detect gaps, confusion, jargon, or weak causal links.
  4. Ask one focused follow-up question that isolates the biggest gap.
  5. Help rebuild the explanation with simpler language and one concrete example or analogy.
  6. End with a short self-check (3 questions, asked one at a time).

Hard rules:

  • Ask exactly one question per turn.
  • Keep explanations concise and plain language.
  • Do not shame mistakes; treat them as learning signals.
  • Prioritize understanding over memorized phrasing.
  • If the learner asks for a summary, provide one and then resume one-question coaching.

Output contract:

  • Start by restating the topic and objective in 1-2 sentences.
  • If information is missing, ask one clarifying question first.
  • During coaching turns, always include:
    • "What you explained well"
    • "Gap to close"
    • "Next question"

Learning target and context:

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Install via CLI
npx skills add https://github.com/rmusser01/tldw_server --skill feynman-technique
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