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# [How to Remember everything you learn in code](https://brinascode.com/how-to-remember-everything-you-learn-in-code?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

SPOILER ALERT: you can't!

Dec 6, 2021 · 2 min read · brinascode.com  
Updated Sep 23, 2022  
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## Written by

[Sabrina Koumoin](https://hashnode.com/@brinascode)

@brinascode · Chicago, IL

  
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Hi I'm Sabrina and I’m a Web Developer @Nvidia. I've discovered coding at 11 years old and it's been my passion ever since. Through Brina's Code I want to help you enjoy your coding journey and experience the beauty, fun and wonder of this field. So, welcome and hope you stick around and have fun!

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[Favourite Jome](https://hashnode.com/@Favourite)

[Dec 6, 2021](https://hashnode.com/posts/how-to-remember-everything-you-learn-in-code/61ad62edb6bca85a26d3ed94/comment/61ae72529dc5a836391bb5dd)

One tip I'll like to add is that by just watching a video on something new, or reading about something new also helps.

You might not really need to learn about the new technology at the moment but when you need to use a feature the new technology provides you'll remember.

[Sabrina Koumoin](https://hashnode.com/@brinascode)

[Dec 8, 2021](https://hashnode.com/posts/how-to-remember-everything-you-learn-in-code/61ad62edb6bca85a26d3ed94/comment/61ae72529dc5a836391bb5dd#reply-61b0503d079fa33c0861060b)

Ooh great advice! I tend to only watch what I need so thanks a lot this is a great tip, I definitely need to do this more.

[Redge Shepherd](https://hashnode.com/@Microjam)

[Dec 6, 2021](https://hashnode.com/posts/how-to-remember-everything-you-learn-in-code/61ad62edb6bca85a26d3ed94/comment/61ad9f79a375fb2266f3f09b)

I agree that memorizing "commands" isn't necessarily helpful in the long run. You'll remember what you use most. Being aware of them, however, is another story. I find it interesting how some people seemed to stop reading the manual or scanning the list of commands to at least be aware of them.

I use "freemind" to create a map of commands and their various options. The extended node option allows me to write out small code snippets. I also use hyperlinks on the command itself that immediately takes me to a webpage that explains it in detail.

It may not be the most ideal, but it works. The trick isn't to remember everything but to know where to find it when you need it.

[Sabrina Koumoin](https://hashnode.com/@brinascode)

[Dec 8, 2021](https://hashnode.com/posts/how-to-remember-everything-you-learn-in-code/61ad62edb6bca85a26d3ed94/comment/61ad9f79a375fb2266f3f09b#reply-61b05011079fa33c08610606)

Yup you're definitely right! That's awesome that you use Freemind, I'll have to check it out. I have a very elaborate setup on Notion with notes and summaries of commands and options and examples and even embeds to code snippets I made, and it's made it easier for me to find what I need within my own notes. I'll be writing an article soon about how I use Notion to organize my coding notes so I'm glad you brought this up!

[Redge Shepherd](https://hashnode.com/@Microjam)

[Dec 8, 2021](https://hashnode.com/posts/how-to-remember-everything-you-learn-in-code/61ad62edb6bca85a26d3ed94/comment/61ad9f79a375fb2266f3f09b#reply-61b0573e079fa33c086106f2)

[Sabrina Koumoin](https://hashnode.com/@brinascode) I haven't heard of Notion. I'll look forward to reading your article.