> [!TODO] Do the action items! > Each lesson below will have a complementary set of action items in [[Lesson Action Items#Module - Learn Obsidian]] to help you further understand and implement what was talked about ## Basics - [ ] If you're completely new to Obsidian, watch my [intro guide to Obsidian](https://youtu.be/jAPn6yqrDxQ?si=slq0AMa2XHpNjfoQ&t=116) - The examples given in the video are for school, but almost everything is applicable to the foundational principles and usage of the app - [ ] Learn about [[Obsidian Markdown]] for the different ways you can format your notes - [ ] Realize the power of [[Metadata]] - [ ] Understand the nuances between the [[Organization methods in Obsidian]] - [ ] [[Creating and modifying notes]] - [ ] Read [[Obsidian Layout]] to learn about the user interface of the app and how I personally have it set up ## Advanced This is where the nerdy customization and fun stuff begins 😎 - [ ] Read [[My Plugins]] to have an overview of the key plugins in the vault - [ ] Read [[Managing appearance and theme]] to customize how your vault looks - [ ] Make metadata and note structure easy with the [[Metadata Menu Plugin]] - [ ] Efficiently create notes to streamline workflows with [[Obsidian Templates]] - [ ] Learn how to quickly use these templates with the [[QuickAdd Plugin]] - [ ] Create powerful and customizable queries with [[Dataview Plugin]] - [ ] See if any additional core [[Obsidian Features]] intrigue you - [ ] If desired, set up [[AI in Obsidian]] through [[Smart Connections Plugin]]