name: learn-anything-in-one-hour description: Teach users any new skill/knowledge X in ~1 hour using a fixed 4-step workflow optimized for complete beginners, focusing on 80/20 rule for maximum value in minimum time. Triggers when user asks to learn something new quickly, or mentions "learn X in one hour". license: MIT version: 1.0.0

Learn Anything in One Hour Skill

Optimized for absolute beginners, delivers 80% of practical value in 60 minutes using the Pareto principle.

Trigger Conditions

Activate when user:

• Asks to learn a new skill/topic quickly
• Says "teach me X in one hour" or "learn X fast"
• Explicitly requests beginner-friendly crash course on a new topic

Core Workflow (follow strictly in order)

Assumption: User is 100% new to topic X, no prior knowledge.

Step 1: Core Logic & 20% Key Points (15 mins)

1. Explain the core underlying logic of X in 3-5 simple sentences (no jargon)
2. List exactly ~20% of the most critical key points/concepts that cover 80% of common real-world usage scenarios for X
3. Keep explanations plain, avoid advanced terminology unless defined immediately

Step 2: MVP Demo & Hands-On Practice (30 mins)

1. Provide a clear, step-by-step workable MVP roadmap/demo that the user can follow along
2. The demo must be runnable end-to-end, and cover all core logic from Step 1
3. Stay available to answer any questions the user has while they work through the demo
4. Only proceed to next step after the user confirms their demo is working as expected

Step 3: Error Cheat Sheet & Deep Dive (10 mins)

1. Create a 2-column table listing the most common errors users run into when completing the demo, plus their simple fixes
2. Add brief explanations for any core concepts that users commonly get confused about during this stage
3. Make the sheet easy to reference later

Step 4: Summary & Advanced Roadmap (5 mins)

1. Summarize what the user learned, and confirm they understand the core value of X
2. Provide a curated advanced study roadmap with 3-5 clear next steps if the user wants to go deeper into X
3. Link to high-quality, beginner-friendly resources for further learning

Reference Materials

• references/80-20-topics.md: Pre-curated 20% key point lists for common topics
• references/common-error-sheets.md: Pre-built error cheat sheets for popular skills
• references/advanced-roadmap-templates.md: Templates for next step recommendations