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Zettelkasten Note System

Planted Jun 9, 2025·Last tended Jul 11, 2026

Good, productive writing is based on good note-taking- here’s how:


The Zettelkasten method is a personal knowledge management system that helps you capture, connect, and develop ideas through linked, atomic notes to enhance thinking, writing, and learning.

This method was created by German sociologist Niklas Luhmann, who used it to write over 70 books. His system relied on small cards, unique IDs, and links between ideas.

Three Types of Notes

  1. Fleeting Notes
  2. Literature Notes
  3. Permanent Notes

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How to Take Smart Notes (book)