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AI Lab · by Rizky Pratama · 2026-08-27

The small machinelearning habit that changed my Monday morning from my busy month notes

My current rule is simple: if it takes less than 5 minutes to prepare, I am much more likely to keep doing it.

My current rule is simple: if it takes less than 6 minutes to prepare, I am much more likely to keep doing it.

I know this is a tiny sample size, but after 4 attempts the pattern is pretty clear. When I keep the setup simple, I actually follow through.

I had a disappointing first try, a surprisingly good second try, and then a third attempt that taught me humility. So, naturally, I now have opinions.

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Aarav Sharma · 12 likes

I think this advice is overrated. I would love to see a follow-up after 8 weeks.

Khalid Al Zahrani · 5 likes

This is genuinely helpful, thanks for writing it out. A little friction removed goes a long way. Naming things remains undefeated as the hardest problem.

Maya Williams · 2 likes

I like this more than the top-level advice.

Rizky Pratama · 0 likes

Thanks for making it less intimidating.

Gentle Baker · 0 likes

The Tuesday test is undefeated.

Grace Parker · 1 likes

Helpful and not preachy, which is rare. The late summer version is even more interesting.

Noah Johansson · 0 likes

This depends heavily on budget, time and personality. I am curious whether prompts still feels good next month.