Learn languages smarter — not harder: the 2-stage method
🧠 Most people learn languages backwards We jump straight into grammar rules and forced speaking practice… and then wonder why nothing sticks. But decades of research in second language acquisition show a better way — a two-stage approach that mirrors how we learned our first language. 🩵 Stage 1: Consume (≈6 months) Just listen, read, and absorb. Skip grammar for now — your goal is to build...
Learn smarter, remember longer with AI-powered language learning
🌍 Learning a new language is exciting — until you realize most words you translate… you forget. That’s the problem we set out to solve with Mesmo. Instead of just showing you translations, Mesmo helps you: 📖 Learn while reading your favorite books (upload & tap to translate) 📷 Turn real-world text into learning moments (scan photos & PDFs) 🧠 Lock new words into memory with smart flashcards &...
Built a customizable language learning app 📚✨
Hey PH community 👋 I’m a solo dev and just launched my app Mesmo — a flexible language learning tool I’ve been building on nights and weekends. 💡 Why I built it Most language apps I tried felt rigid: fixed paths, gamified streaks, not much room to adapt. I wanted something more personal — a tool learners can actually adjust to their own needs. ⚡ What it does -Translate and save words instantly...
Why I built Mesmo as a solo developer
I’ve always loved learning languages, but most apps I tried felt rigid — they pushed me into one fixed method instead of adapting to how I actually like to learn. Some focused only on gamification, others on drills, but none gave me the freedom to mix translation, vocab building, scanning real-life texts, or personalized practice in one place. That’s why I started building Mesmo. As a solo...
