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    <pre class="document-text">## People

	people come to learnstuff.today because they want skills that feel light, cheap, useful, and fun
		they are tyred of heavy self-improvement pressure
		they enjoy small wins they can share with friends
		they want direction without overwhelm
		they want to know *where* to learn, not just *what* to learn
			saying "learn a skill" is too broad and overwhelming
			we make the journey human by pointing to the best free resources
				free, open source, accessible
				made by people doing it for the love of the game

	learnstuff.today is the least-stigmatised public surface of the ecosystem
		learning small skills is culturally universal
		humourous, wholesome, post-ironic content travels farthest
		people share what helps them
		this becomes the main social media engine of the whole ecosystem

	ultimate aim → help people discover what they're passionate about
		builds problem-solving ability
		offers progressive learning pathways
			calming the mind (breathwork, meditation)
			local stuff such as recognising local fauna + flora
			developing practical, social, technical skills
		ties into quiteasily as repositories for exploration
		provides continuity for those moving on from isolating addictions

	showing that with a couple of small choices, consistently, the world could be completely different (for you)

### In the Moment
		social media sort of has no alternative
		we want people when they're in a moment of distraction, to do something different
		if you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or useless, go learn one small thing today


	intersects
		students make skill attempts visible
		people quitting addictions find grounding routines
		frugal seekers drive practical adoption
		curiosity hubs spread culture outward
		together they make "knowing something" cooler than consuming



### Students

	high school and university students unsure about direction
	looking for alternatives to scrolling that feel casual, not "studying"
	early adopters often turn new skills into memes or simple flexes

#### What They Need
		very low-stakes starting points
		examples of peers trying tiny skills without pressure
		clear "start here" suggestions when they feel lost
		places they already are: TikTok, Discord study servers, YouTube shorts
		the nine skill streams make the library feel manageable
			instead of "infinite skills," you have nine gentle streams
			almost every skill in the world fits into one of them
			which makes the entire project feel less overwhelming


### People quitting addictions

	recently freed from isolating habits (porn, gaming, scrolling)
	looking for grounding activities that feel gentle, not like "recovery work"
	want quick ways to reconnect with the world and themselves

#### What They Need
		calm, stabilising skills (breathwork, cooking, cycling)
		a sense of direction that is not heavy or moralistic
		continuity with Quiteasily and addiction cessation communities
		pathways that start with settling the mind
			before anything else: diaphragm breathing, quiet noticing exercises
			helping people feel grounded before exploring skills


### Frugal and practical seekers

	want hobbies and everyday skills that save money
	often search "what's the cheapest way…?" online
	enjoy skills with obvious payoff

#### What They Need
		affordable, efficient skills with immediate value
		clear examples without hype
		steps that fit naturally into routines
		where they are: Reddit frugal subs, DIY forums, budgeting channels
		links to genuinely free resources
			older useful resources can be made responsive and moved to modern domains

### Curious cats

	people who naturally enjoy exploring new things
	become early spreaders of any cultural movement
	turn discoveries into memes, jokes, or small group demos

#### What They Need
		recognition that exploration is valuable
		simple ways to share discoveries
		light tools that don't interrupt momentum
		where they are: hobby servers, niche TikToks, small campus circles
		learning framed as the cool, casual default
			not serious study
			something fun to try with friends


### People feeling stuck or overwhelmed

	people in moments of distraction, restlessness, or low mood
		not necessarily looking for self-improvement
		just looking for something different to do
		the instinct we want to create: "i'll check learnstuff.today"

#### What They Need
		a single tiny thing they can try right now
		no commitment, no pressure, no signup
		immediate sense of "oh, I can do this"


### People adding information to the website

lot of different professions or life experiences
we want to make it easy for them to contribute, so have multiple ingress points

	github
		for people comfortable with text and version control
		the vault is mirrored to GitHub
			plain text Markdown files
			anyone can fork, edit, and submit changes
			no proprietary formats, no lock-in
			each skill is one file, so the barrier is low
			contributions stay clean and transparent
			and the whole system remains portable and adaptable

	recording voice notes
		for people who don't want to write or edit
			send a short voice note with a skill, tip, or method
			no writing or formatting required
			AI processes internally
				transcription never shown
				output = a clean summary in the standard format
				raw audio deleted immediately after transcription
				transcripts deleted immediately after summarising
				only the summary is kept
					 safe for long-term retention
					cuts costs and protects privacy
			moderation filters block offensive content
			lowers the barrier dramatically
				anyone can contribute from a phone
				while walking, cooking, or between tasks

	forms on the website
		for people who want structure without learning a new platform
			simple fields: skill name, what it is, how to start, best free resource
			no account required
			no formatting to worry about
			submissions go to a moderation queue
				reviewed by volunteers
				converted into the standard article format
				or merged into an existing entry if the skill is already there
			this catches people who arrive curious and want to give back immediately
				without leaving the site
				without installing anything

	discord
		for people already in community spaces
			a dedicated channel for skill suggestions and resource drops
			conversational and low-pressure
				"hey i learned this thing, maybe it fits"
				"this video helped me more than the one listed"
			community members can upvote or discuss before it goes to curation
			moderators and volunteers watch the channel
				pulling good contributions into the library
				asking follow-up questions to fill gaps
			this makes contribution feel social
				not like filling out a form
				and builds a culture where sharing knowledge is normal

	email
		for people who don't use Discord or GitHub
			maybe older contributors
			maybe professionals who prefer formal channels
			maybe people on slow or limited connections
			send a plain email to a simple address
				no template required
				just describe the skill or resource in your own words
			volunteers read and convert it into the standard format
			lowest possible technical barrier
				if you can send an email, you can contribute

	refining things
		existing entries need upkeep
			links break (but have archive and project downloaded mirrors of resources too)
			better resources appear
			explanations can be clearer
			local variations matter
		people can suggest edits to any article
			update a dead link
			add a simpler first step
			clarify a confusing explanation
			note where a method works differently in another place
		AI drafts are possible
			but final curation is human
			keeping the library accurate, kind, and genuinely useful
		this ongoing care is what keeps the site alive
			not just growing, but improving




### Ambassadors and volunteers

	Community
		help weave LearnStuff.Today into clubs, servers, and small groups; tidy pathways; keep categories usable; invite peers from circles you already participate in.

	Programming
		build simple tools that make skills maximally accessible; support multi-format guides; generate posters, filters, and lightweight skill pages.

	Organising
		connect people whose interests overlap; create small activity threads; help learners choose their next tiny step; maintain a sense of gentle direction.

	Influencing
		shape the tone that learning is light and fun; run casual social accounts; remix skills into memes and short clips; adapt formats to regional cultures.

	Research
		identify methods that genuinely improve daily life; compare skill frameworks; present findings in simple language that volunteers can use immediately.

	Editing + Artistry
		set the creative tone; package skills into posters, guides, and memes; create small graphics and clips that make sharing easy and low-effort.

#### Offline
		in real life
			learning more stuff
			sharing stuff with people
			classroom mentions → one shout can spark eight to nine people
			ambassadors demo in their lives
				cook a meal, tie knots, run plant walks
			stickers + chalk markings
				cheap, informal, persistent
			after all, the world is offline, too.
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