Personally, I just use obsidian notes. Its simple enough, uses markdown, syncs to my phone. I like to break projects/problems out into checklists. Helps keep me motivated.
I don't use the 'linking' feature between notes. The whole 'second brain' thing seems like something you do to make a neat screenshot of your note graph. I just use regular old folders like a file directory. My notes have gotten a little messy though.
Gamification is definitely a powerful tool! I also make Kahoot quizzes because they make learning feel like a game show. But I have fallen out of favor with Kahoot, because they have started to remove many previously free features.
But above all else, finding a way to keep students interested and engaged in the learning process is key!
I had problems sharing my photos on Instagram so I made an alternative:
https://phofee.com/
I made an install script for Arch Linux that sets up the bare essentials for a new install. You can fork it and edit it to your own liking.
https://github.com/QCgeneral29/AIP
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