The author reveals a personal struggle with understanding math, feeling ‘dumb’ compared to others who found it easy. After realizing the issue was missing foundational knowledge, they decided to rebuild their math skills from scratch. The process was slow and humbling but necessary for mastering more complex concepts. The author emphasizes the importance of having all prerequisites before tackling difficult subjects like math or computer science. Ultimately, the author acknowledges progress but admits they’re still not ‘THAT smart’ yet, showing humility and determination to continue improving. No controversial information, but emphasizes the importance of building a strong foundation in learning.
https://lelouch.dev/blog/you-are-probably-not-dumb/