feynman

name	feynman
description	Feynman Technique for deep learning—explain a concept simply, identify gaps, fill them, then refine. Use when learning something new, testing understanding, or preparing to teach.
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Feynman Technique

Apply the full Feynman learning technique to deeply understand a concept.

Instructions

Work through all four steps of the Feynman technique. Be honest about gaps—they're the point.

Output Format

Concept: [What are we trying to understand?]

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Step 1: Explain It Simply

Explain as if teaching someone with no background in this field

Simple Explanation

[Write a plain-language explanation. Use everyday words. Avoid jargon. Aim for a bright 12-year-old to understand.]

Analogy

[Create an analogy using something familiar to illustrate the concept]

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Step 2: Identify Gaps

Where did the explanation get fuzzy, hand-wavy, or require jargon?

Gaps Found

Gap	What I Said	What I'm Not Sure About
1	[vague part]	[the underlying question]
2	[vague part]	[the underlying question]
3	[vague part]	[the underlying question]

Jargon Used

Term	Can I Explain It Simply?