Why we need to rethink general education: Lessons from the Montessori approach
Education is more than just the transmission of knowledge. It is the process of shaping individuals, developing skills, and preparing for life. The Montessori approach offers a radically different view of learning that deserves attention, especially in the context of the need to reform traditional schooling.Montessori: Key Principles and Their Impact1. Interdisciplinary Study of SubjectsMontessori education is built on the idea that knowledge does not exist in isolation. For example, a child can...
Interdisciplinary approach: The power of connecting notes
- Creating a successful project, writing a book, an article, a discovery in science - it often requires using ideas from different disciplines. This is not just a trendy trend, but an important principle underlying innovation. From combining mathematics and art to mixing sociology and engineering - all these combinations produce unexpected and powerful results.- Niklas Luhmann’s Zettelkasten methodology vividly demonstrates the power of this approach. It was built on the concept of linking...
Is it only knowledge that we need? - Lessons from the film Lucy
The movie Lucy (2014), directed by Luc Besson, offers several philosophical and psychological lessons wrapped in a thrilling sci-fi narrative. While the film's premise - that humans use only 10% of their brain capacity - is scientifically inaccurate, it uses this idea metaphorically to explore themes about potential, knowledge, and the nature of existence. Here are some lessons and reflections from the movie:1. The Power of KnowledgeLucy’s journey demonstrates how knowledge can empower individua...
When structure creates motivation and focus
Are there moments when it seems like life is too chaotic and the flow of information becomes overwhelming? The film "Limitless" perfectly illustrates how clarity and structure can radically change our perception of the world. The main character, having tried a mysterious pill, suddenly gains superhuman concentration and the ability to see everything clearly.Motivation that comes from clarityWhen you understand what you need to do, your consciousness focuses on a specific task. In the film,...
How organized information changes your life - lessons from Limitless
The movie "Limitless" is not only a story about superhuman abilities, but also a good example of how structured information changes our perceptions and actions. Let's look at how organized knowledge can lead to clarity, inspiration, and breakthroughs, using the movie as a metaphor and drawing parallels with the Conoted app.All Knowledge Is in Your Hands“Suddenly I knew everything about everything! My brain was just spitting out information.”Imagine if you could instantly recall everything you've...
Creators and organizers: how Conoted combines two worlds
Every person approaches information management differently. Some are natural-born creators, who easily generate ideas, create something new, but have difficulty organizing their streams of thoughts. Others are organizers, who skillfully transform chaos into order and effectively manage data. But what if a creative person needs more structure, and a organizers needs more time for analysis?Problems of creators: lost ideas and chaos in notesCreative people, such as startup founders, artists, w...
The 100th article about notes, knowledge management and more
- Today I am writing my hundredth article dedicated to notes, knowledge management and their importance in life. This is not just a number - it is a symbol of a journey, where each idea, note or theory became a step towards realizing the importance of structured knowledge.- When I started this journey, the topic seemed narrow and, perhaps, overly specialized to me. But the deeper I delved into the issues of information organization, cognitive load and knowledge management methods, the...
Knowledge dynamics: why data longevity Is important, but not enough
Knowledge management requires not only storing information, but also updating and using it. Data longevity (i.e. storing it for a long time) is valuable, but static information quickly becomes outdated, especially in the context of constant changes in scientific knowledge and technology.The Problem with Static DataInformation is inherently volatile. Scientific information is regularly updated: new facts are discovered, new theories emerge, and old data often becomes outdated. Data longevity beco...
When messenger groups become unmanageable as users grow
Messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram are indispensable communication tools. However, as groups grow in size (especially 500+ people), organizing them becomes extremely difficult. This turns groups into chaotic message streams, where information gets lost in the endless "flood." Even with multiple moderators, the structuring process remains subjective, incomplete, and labor-intensive.Why Messengers Are Not Enough for Knowledge ManagementWhatsApp:- Bad structure: Groups are organized chronolo...
Paper notebooks vs. digital note-taking systems: why it's time to switch to new technologies?
Yesterday I went to an English course. All my classmates took notes in paper notebooks. I was the only one who entered them in the Conoted app.I immediately tagged the lesson, linked it to previous notes (lessons) and you can link it to users who understand English, immediately consult with them or with teachers.And then what will my classmates do with their paper notebooks?In my app, everything is structured, linked, distributed by topic, and which topic is the main one, which is secondary, etc...
Replacing photographic memory - creating a second brain
The Idea of a Second Brain"A second brain" is a concept for organizing knowledge in which information, ideas, and thoughts are structured and stored in an accessible form, freeing the real brain from the need to remember everything. Niklas Luhmann, a German sociologist and the author of the Zettelkasten method, created his own intelligent note-taking system that allowed him to write books and articles with incredible speed and quality.How it is implemented in the app1. Photographic memory thro...
How to avoid spam and organize note-messages
In any user interaction application, two things are important: minimizing spam and having a convenient data structure. In Conoted, where the emphasis is on knowledge and expert connections, this is especially critical. Here's how to effectively combat spam and organize note-messages for maximum benefit.Fighting Spam: Key Approaches1. BlacklistIf a user receives irrelevant note-messages, they can blacklist the sender. This will flag the user as a possible spammer and prevent unwanted interactions...
Why link information to experts?
I often find that it is easier for me to remember people if I link them to specific information, events, or topics. For example, discussing a complex issue with someone not only helps me understand the material better, but also reinforces the association: "Oh, this is the person with whom we talked about taxes or Flutter development!" Linking information to experts allows you to better navigate your notes and contacts.What are the benefits?1. Quickly find information and access to expert opinion...
How to save valuable contacts through knowledge
- The biggest pain during castdevs was precisely about contacts. The thing is that throughout our lives we meet many useful people, specialists, experts, teachers, mentors, etc. who are very knowledgeable in a particular topic. But we live, do different jobs and projects, and as a result, very good contacts were often lost. I tried to write them down somehow in phone contacts, tagged them, in social networks, etc. But then, when opening contacts, I did not understand who this person was and what...
How the Contacts Database Works
Automatically create and structure your contacts database based on interactions via notes. This allows users to manage connections and focus on knowledge and collaboration.How is the contact database built?1. Linking via notesWhen you take a note and link it to other users, these users are automatically added to your personal contacts database. You don’t need to manually write or save them, everything happens automatically.2. Structuring contactsEach contact in the database is classified by tags...
Fast and structured note taking based on knowledge management methodologies
When developing the Conoted application, we wanted to create a tool for lightning-fast note taking and structuring that would combine speed and intelligent knowledge management methodologies. The simple and functional interface of Apple Notes became the example we relied on, but with the addition of recommendations, automatic structuring and the ability to quickly interact with other users and notes.Seconds to create a note- One of the key elements that distinguishes Conoted is the incredible sp...
Conoted vs. Notion: Why Conoted is better for knowledge capture and Notion for project management
Conoted and Notion are two useful tools, each of which solves its own problems.Conoted is suitable for organizing information, creating a knowledge base and interacting with experts.While Notion is more focused on project management and project development. Let's look at the key differences and features of each tool and how they can be effectively used together.Conoted: Simplicity and intuitiveness like Apple Notes, but with advanced functionality- One of the inspirational examples for Cono...
Why cite your sources in notes - see the big picture
Taking notes is a useful and important process for structuring information, consolidating knowledge, and increasing productivity. However, sometimes simple bullet points or short ideas may not be enough to deeply understand a topic. It is important to support your notes with links to reliable sources, and this is where platforms like Google Scholar and ResearchGate come in handy. And if you are delving deeper into a topic with courses like Coursera or Khan Academy, you can cite sp...
How to help a friend learn a subject with notes and collaborative study apps
Sometimes, one of our friends lacks the motivation or skills to study well. If you have a friend who needs help with a subject but is unwilling or unable to participate regularly in studying, there are several strategies that can interest them and help them improve their knowledge.Step 1: Create and Share NotesCreate notes on the desired subject in an app where you can add friends to notes, like Conoted. When your friend accesses your notes, they see structured materials and ideas, and also have...
How Conoted helps students structure their knowledge and find the right people (examples)
The university learning process is full of information that needs to be processed, remembered and linked to existing knowledge. Conoted helps with this - an application that allows students to not only take notes, but also structure them, find related materials and involve other users in the work.Step 1: Create your first note with automatic tag suggestionsLet's imagine that student John creates a note on the topic "Basics of Accounting". After he has written down the main ideas, the application...
