Continuous Learning for Dinosaur Modelers

3D technology evolves rapidly; continuous learning is essential for dinosaur modelers. This article outlines a lifelong learning framework. Learning channels matrix: Online courses (CGCookie, FlippedNormals), official documentation and release notes, YouTube/Bilibili tutorials, industry conferences and workshops, books and papers, community forums and Discord. Learning methodology: 70-20-10 rule (70% practice, 20% collaboration, 10% theory), Feynman technique to test depth of understanding, spaced repetition to reinforce memory. Learning plan development: Annual goals → Quarterly themes → Monthly projects → Weekly practice sessions to maintain rhythm. Knowledge management: Note-taking systems (Notion/Obsidian) to capture key points and inspiration, regularly organized into a personal knowledge base. Avoid common pitfalls: tutorial hell (watching without doing), anxiety over chasing new technologies, neglecting fundamentals. The power of learning communities: Connect with like-minded peers for mutual motivation and feedback.