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Learning guide8 modules
Learning path

Learn Keymap step by step

Follow the core loop, practice the keyboard moves, and apply Search, Browse, and Ask in source workflows.

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Choose your path

Pick the learning lane that matches your next move

Each path points into the same roadmap, so a beginner can start small while an experienced user can jump to workflow practice.

Beginner

Foundations

Start with the product loop, shell, repository state, and the first habits that make Keymap useful.

45 minStart
Beginner

Shortcut Fluency

Practice navigation, command palette patterns, search syntax, and repeatable keyboard movement.

70 minStart
Intermediate

Real Workflow Practice

Move from isolated lessons into search, browse, citation, and source-reading loops on real code.

95 minStart
Advanced

Advanced Customization

Tune keymap strategy, reduce repeated motion, and adapt workflows for deeper project work.

80 minStart
Layer legend

Categories keep the roadmap readable

5 layers
Basics

Understand the foundation.

Shortcuts

Build keyboard fluency.

Practice

Train with focused drills.

Workflow

Apply keymaps in real tasks.

Advanced

Customize and optimize.

Roadmap timeline

Follow the sequence, then filter by category when you want focused practice.

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01
BasicsBeginner

Getting Started with Keymap

Learn what Keymap is, how repositories become searchable, and where Search, Browse, and Ask fit.

Learn module
Lessons
4
Minutes
22
Practices
2
02
ShortcutsBeginner

Core Navigation Shortcuts

Use the main workspace shortcuts to move between inputs, panels, and source surfaces without losing context.

Learn module
Lessons
5
Minutes
35
Practices
5
03
ShortcutsBeginner

Editing Faster

Build muscle memory for quick edits, repeated movement, symbol lookup, and low-friction command execution.

Learn module
Lessons
4
Minutes
30
Practices
6
04
WorkflowIntermediate

Command Palette Workflow

Turn common workspace actions into a predictable flow that starts from intent instead of menu hunting.

Learn module
Lessons
3
Minutes
28
Practices
3
05
PracticeBeginner

Practice Drills

Repeat focused drills for search syntax, repo scope, file opening, and citation checks until the loop feels automatic.

Learn module
Lessons
6
Minutes
45
Practices
10
06
AdvancedAdvanced

Custom Keymap Strategy

Decide which actions deserve shortcuts, which commands stay visible, and how to avoid creating fragile habits.

Learn module
Lessons
4
Minutes
42
Practices
4
07
WorkflowIntermediate

Real Project Workflow

Apply Keymap to a real repository by searching for an entry point, reading source, and asking grounded follow-ups.

Learn module
Lessons
5
Minutes
55
Practices
4
08
AdvancedAdvanced

Advanced Productivity Patterns

Combine search operators, Browse history, source references, and Ask citations into a reliable investigation rhythm.

Learn module
Lessons
4
Minutes
48
Practices
5
Practice toolkit

Resources for the next session

Use these references after the roadmap modules when you want a compact reminder or a more applied workflow.

Available

Cheat Sheet

A compact reference for the main Search, Browse, Ask, and keyboard patterns.

Open
Available

Practice Drills

Focused drills for repo scope, search syntax, file navigation, and citation review.

Open
Planned

Keymap Templates

Reusable keymap plans for common editor and project investigation habits.

Planned
Available

Workflow Examples

Real examples that connect Repositories, Search, Browse, and Ask into one learning loop.

Open
Next session

Start small, repeat the loop, then move through the roadmap.