Project Overview
A detailed look at the 90-day challenge: why each skill matters, the monthly structure, and what surface-level mastery means.
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This is a 90-day personal challenge to learn three new skills in three different fields: German (for my move to Germany), mobile app development (because it's cool), and electrician trade (to explore my future in trades). Each month focuses on one skill,allowing me to dive deep and build surface-level competency before moving on to the next.
The goal is to gain foundational knowledge and practical skills in each area. I'll use online resources, hands-on practice, and real-world application to learn and track progress. This challenge tests my ability to self-learn, manage my time, build strong habits, and stay disciplined.
By the end of three months, I'll have surface-level knowledge in German, a working mobile app, and hands-on experience with electrical work. This demonstrates how consistent effort and focus can lead to meaningful skill development in a short time.
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The goal isn't to become an expert in three months. Instead, each month builds foundational knowledge and practical skills in a new discipline.
By making the learning process public, there's a built-in accountability mechanism. Progress is visible, and that visibility creates commitment and motivation.
Each skill is chosen for a personal reason: German for relocation, app development for curiosity, and electrician for future career exploration.
Each skill is learned through real-world application: speaking German, building an actual app, and working with real electrical components.
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Month 01
Why This Skill
I'm moving to Germany after high school, so learning the language is essential for daily life, communication, and integration into a new culture.
The Goal
Achieve surface-level conversational ability — understand basic German, hold simple conversations, and build a practical vocabulary for everyday situations.
Month 02
Why This Skill
It's something really cool that I want to learn. Building apps is creative, practical, and opens up possibilities for personal projects and future opportunities.
The Goal
Develop surface-level understanding of app development — learn the fundamentals, build a simple functional app, and understand the development process from concept to deployment.
Month 03
Why This Skill
I want to get into trades at some point in my future, and learning to be an electrician sounds fun. It's hands-on, practical, and offers real-world skills.
The Goal
Gain surface-level knowledge of electrical fundamentals — understand circuits, learn basic safety, practice with tools, and explore whether this trade is right for me.
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Month 1
January 2026
Language Foundations
Master the alphabet, learn essential vocabulary, understand basic grammar, and develop conversational ability for everyday situations.
Month 2
February 2026
Build Your First App
Learn app development fundamentals, understand React Native, design a simple interface, and build a functional app from concept to deployment.
Month 3
March 2026
Electrical Fundamentals
Learn electrical safety, understand circuits and wiring, practice with professional tools, and complete hands-on projects.