Spaced repetition systems have gotten way better

Re:Spaced repetition systems have gotten way better by dark_mode on Sunday May 18, 2025 @11:55AM (#44022260)

When was the last time you tried? Anki used a static algorithm (SuperMemo 2) before the new FSRS - which is dramatically different.

In the short term (first day), I think it's still better to set your own intervals (typicall 1 minute, then 5, then 10). But after that, the algorithm optimizes for reminding you just before forgetting. Highly recommend giving it a try.

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Re:Spaced repetition systems have gotten way better by on_the_train on Sunday May 18, 2025 @12:23PM (#44022462)

I try Anki every couple of years because it has an app and can sync. I also tried fsrs and rage quitted after a few tests. These people can get high and mighty on their algos and research. If they'd just add a manual interval mode they'd contribute a lot more to humanity.

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Re:Spaced repetition systems have gotten way better by jarrett-ye on Sunday May 18, 2025 @01:39PM (#44023022)

I guess what you need is Set Due Date, which allows you manually schedule cards in Anki.

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Re:Spaced repetition systems have gotten way better by on_the_train on Sunday May 18, 2025 @01:46PM (#44023070)

In my own tool I can do "+10%" or "+2 days"

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Re:Spaced repetition systems have gotten way better by jarrett-ye on Sunday May 18, 2025 @01:59PM (#44023175)

Good feature! I guess someone could implement it via an add-on of Anki.

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