markov-typing - A typing tutor to break your fingers

akstrfn · 2018-08-28 19:34:13

markov-typing is a typing tutor that tries to make a combination of random
characters such that you have the highest chance to make a mistake.

The main idea is that this would lead to breaking the fingers on the
combinations that you find hard, which in turn leads to increased speed and
precision when typing normal text.

The program is probably full of bugs but I use it to practice typing from time
to time (yes, my typing speed improved ) and I would appreciate any feedback
since I am not sure if this is a good or a terrible idea.

You might wonder why would I ask if this is a good idea even though my typing
improved. It's because it improved just because some practice is better than no
practice, therefore practicing with random characters also brings benefits and
my program makes no sense.

I've made an AUR package for easier testing.

Awebb · 2018-08-29 10:24:05

If I had to guess, you've probably written this program to practice typing your user name

akstrfn · 2018-08-29 16:13:11

It was an inspiration, as well as many other user names which look totally
random to me

dmerej · 2018-08-29 20:39:26

I love the idea, especially the part where you can practice both letters and symbols.

I'll try it and tell you how it goes ...

PS: The AUR package works flawlessly

akstrfn · 2018-08-29 21:07:10

Thanks for checking it. It gets a bit demotivating at first since it really
breaks your finges, so be prepared

Also there are bugs, most notably with symbols occasionally some garbage is
printed (such as pointer address). It's still under development...

Last edited by akstrfn (2018-08-29 21:14:01)

katkat · 2018-09-01 14:56:27

I love this idea! I'm actually going to use this frequently if I'm bored. c:

akstrfn · 2018-09-02 13:19:32

Just be aware that things will break as I develop it further

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#1 2018-08-28 19:34:13

markov-typing - A typing tutor to break your fingers

#2 2018-08-29 10:24:05

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