The AI slop is why I quit Duolingo after my 1500+ day streak.
this post was submitted on 29 Apr 2025
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Is there an alternative? I just started using it but the experience is incredibly grating, especially the way they gate your progress behind "lives" that stop you learning unless you can pay.
Yarr, thar be an alternative. Though some might'n be thinking acquiring such booty be illegal.
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My son is going to be sad that we don't use duo anymore
your local public library (if in US) should offer free language courses online - all you need is a library card
Well, I prepaid for a year about 2 months ago. I'm gonna use it, but not renew. Fuck em
Could probably ask them for a refund based on their significant change in how services are provided.
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