Show HN: Anki AI Utils

  • Posted 5 days ago by Ey7NFZ3P0nzAe
  • 252 points
https://github.com/thiswillbeyourgithub/AnkiAIUtils
Hi hn, I am nearly at the end of medical school so it is time I publish and "advertise" my open source scripts/apps for anki! Here's the pitch:

Anki AI Utils is a suite of AI-powered tools designed to automatically improve cards you find challenging. Whether you're studying medicine, languages, or any complex subject, these tools can:

- Explain difficult concepts with clear, ChatGPT-generated explanations.

- Illustrate key ideas using Dall-E or Stable Diffusion-generated images.

- Create mnemonics tailored to your memory style, including support for the Major System.

- Reformulate poorly worded cards for clarity and better retention.

Key Features:

- Adaptive Learning: Uses semantic similarity to match cards with relevant examples.

- Personalized Memory Hooks: Builds on your existing mnemonics for stronger recall.

- Automation Ready: Run scripts daily to enhance cards you struggled with.

- Universal Compatibility: Works across all Anki clients (Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS).

Example:

For a flashcard about febrile seizures, Anki AI Utils can:

- Generate a Dall-E illustration of a toddler holding a teacup next to a fireplace.

- Create mnemonics like "A child stumbles near the fire, dances symmetrically, has one strike, and fewer than three fires."

- Provide an explanation of why febrile seizures occur and their diagnostic criteria.

Call for Contributors:

This project is battle-tested but needs help to become a polished Anki addon. If you’re a developer or enthusiast, join us to make these tools more accessible!

Check out my other projects on GitHub: [Anki AI Utils](https://github.com/thiswillbeyourgithub)

Transform your Anki experience with AI—because learning should be smarter, not harder.

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