A curated list of the best software, tools, textbooks, channels, and resources for students.
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| Section | Resources | |
|---|---|---|
| 📝 | Exam & Curriculum Prep | 62 |
| 📚 | By Subject | 67 |
| 🗒️ | Notes & Knowledge Management | 6 |
| 🧠 | Flashcards & Spaced Repetition | 4 |
| ⏰ | Task, Time & Planning | 4 |
| ✍️ | Writing, Citations & Reference | 4 |
| 📐 | Diagramming & STEM Tools | 5 |
| 💻 | Building Software / Learn to Code | 9 |
| 🎓 | Student Discounts & Free Access | 5 |
| 💰 | Scholarships & Financial Aid | 4 |
| 🎯 | University & Career Prep | 5 |
| 🔓 | FOSS Picks | 6 |
| 📺 | YouTube Channels We Trust | 17 |
| 🎙️ | Blogs, Newsletters & Podcasts | 10 |
| 📖 | Books We Trust | 5 |
| 📗 | Great Textbooks | 6 |
| 💡 | Guides & How-Tos | 4 |
| 🧘 | Mental Health & Wellbeing | 4 |
| 👥 | Communities | 9 |
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Official and community prep for the big exams and curricula.
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- BBC Bitesize - Free curriculum-aligned revision across every core A-Level subject.
- Get Revising - Free revision timetables, flashcards, and a shared notes library.
- Physics & Maths Tutor - Free past papers, mark schemes, and notes across subjects.
- Revision Science - Free GCSE and A-Level science revision notes, videos, and past papers.
- Save My Exams - Revision notes, topic questions, and past papers by exam board (freemium).
- Study Rocket - Free exam board-specific A-Level and GCSE revision content.
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- ACT.org - The official test maker's free study guide and full-length practice test.
- Kaplan ACT - Free official-question practice test with a score report.
- Magoosh ACT - Video lessons and practice questions for every ACT section.
- PrepScholar ACT - Free study guides, score strategies, and section-by-section practice for the ACT.
- The Princeton Review ACT - Free practice test with a detailed score report and strategy sessions.
- UWorld ACT - Large question bank with detailed explanations (paid).
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- Albert.io - Standards-aligned practice questions across every AP subject.
- AP Classroom - The official College Board platform for AP progress checks and practice.
- AP Students - The official College Board hub for AP course info and exam details.
- Brainscape AP - Adaptive flashcards for every AP subject (freemium).
- Fiveable - Free study guides, practice questions, and exam-day reviews for all 38 AP subjects.
- Knowt - Free student-written study guides and flashcards by AP subject and unit.
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- Code.org - Free, official AP CSP curriculum with lesson plans and practice.
- CodeHS - College Board-endorsed AP CSA and CSP curriculum (paid; often free via school license).
- CSAwesome - Free, open Java textbook and practice for the AP CSA exam.
- Khan Academy AP Computer Science Principles - Free lessons and practice for the AP CSP exam.
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- CBSE - The official CBSE board site for syllabus, circulars, and sample papers.
- NCERT - Free official NCERT textbooks and solutions for every CBSE class.
- Physics Wallah - Free video lessons and notes for CBSE, JEE, and NEET (freemium).
- Vedantu - Free CBSE study material, sample papers, and NCERT solutions (freemium).
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- Clastify - Examiner-verified Extended Essay examples across every IB subject (freemium).
- IB Extended Essay - The IB's official overview of the Extended Essay requirements and process.
- Lanterna Education - Free guide to choosing a topic and structuring an Extended Essay.
- PrepScholar EE - Free guide covering EE grading, structure, and sample essays.
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- BBC Bitesize - Free curriculum-aligned revision across every core GCSE subject.
- Mr Bruff - Free video walkthroughs for GCSE English Language and Literature.
- Revision World - Free revision guides, quizzes, and past papers across GCSE subjects.
- Save My Exams - Revision notes, topic questions, and past papers by exam board (freemium).
- Seneca Learning - Free interactive revision across every core GCSE subject (freemium).
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- IB Documents - Free archive of IB past papers and resources.
- Nail IB - Examiner-led videos, past papers, and question banks for the IB Diploma (freemium).
- Revision Village - Video lessons and worked past papers built around the IB Math syllabus.
- RevisionDojo - Practice questions and study tools built around the IB syllabus.
- StudyIB - Concise revision notes and step-by-step explanations across the IB Diploma syllabus.
- ZNotes IB - Free syllabus-aligned notes for IB subjects.
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- CISCE - The official ICSE/ISC board site for syllabus and exam information.
- SelfStudys - Free NCERT solutions and study material for ICSE and CISCE boards.
- TopperLearning - Free study tools and video lessons for ICSE and CBSE (freemium).
- Vedantu - Free ICSE study material, sample papers, and Selina solutions.
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- CIE Notes - Free Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level notes and past papers.
- GCE Guide - Searchable archive of Cambridge past papers and mark schemes.
- Physics & Maths Tutor - Free past papers, mark schemes, and notes across subjects.
- Revision World - Free revision guides, quizzes, and past papers across IGCSE and GCSE subjects.
- Save My Exams - Revision notes, topic questions, and past papers by exam board (freemium).
- ZNotes - Free community-written summary notes for Cambridge and Edexcel.
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- 1600.io - Deep video courses and problem sets for serious SAT scores.
- College Board Bluebook - The official app that delivers full-length adaptive practice tests.
- Khan Academy Official Digital SAT - Free official Digital SAT practice, made with College Board.
- Magoosh SAT - Video lessons and practice questions for the Digital SAT.
- PrepScholar - Free study guides, score strategies, and section-by-section practice for the SAT.
- The Princeton Review SAT - Free full-length Digital SAT practice test with a score report.
- UWorld SAT - Large question bank with detailed explanations (paid).
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- Clastify - Examiner-verified TOK essay and exhibition examples from real IB students (freemium).
- IB Theory of Knowledge - The IB's official overview of the TOK course, essay, and exhibition.
- Theory of Knowledge - Free video explainers and guides for the TOK essay and exhibition.
- TOK Resource - Free, non-commercial TOK concepts, prompts, and lesson ideas.
Flagship picks per subject: mix a strong site, a channel, and a practice tool.
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- 3Blue1Brown - Visual, intuition-first explanations of hard math ideas.
- Brilliant - Interactive courses that build intuition through problem solving (freemium).
- Desmos - Free graphing and geometry calculators for exploring functions.
- Paul's Online Math Notes - Free, thorough notes and examples from algebra to differential equations.
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- Khan Academy Statistics and Probability - Free lessons and practice across statistics and probability.
- OpenIntro Statistics - Free, open-source statistics textbook used by universities worldwide.
- Stat Trek - Free tutorials, calculators, and video lessons for AP Statistics.
- StatQuest with Josh Starmer - Clear, visual explanations of statistics and machine learning concepts.
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- Flipping Physics - Free video lessons aligned to AP and intro physics.
- HyperPhysics - Free concept map linking every core physics topic.
- Isaac Physics - Free, problem-based physics learning platform built by the University of Cambridge.
- PhET Simulations - Free interactive sims for physics, chemistry, and math.
- The Feynman Lectures on Physics - The classic lectures, free to read online.
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- Chemguide - Focused explanations for UK A-Level and IGCSE chemistry.
- Chemistry LibreTexts - Free, open chemistry textbooks and reference material.
- Master Organic Chemistry - Clear guides and cheat sheets for organic chemistry.
- The Organic Chemistry Tutor - Step-by-step worked problems across chemistry and beyond.
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- Amoeba Sisters - Friendly animations and handouts for core biology topics.
- Biology LibreTexts - Free, open biology textbooks and references.
- BioNinja - Visual notes, diagrams, and quizzes built for IB and A-Level biology.
- Bozeman Science - Concept videos across biology and the sciences.
- Khan Academy Biology - Free lessons and practice across the biology syllabus.
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- Abdul Bari - Clear lectures on algorithms and data structures.
- Codedex - Gamified, beginner-friendly coding lessons.
- cp-algorithms - Free reference for competitive programming algorithms.
- Firebase - Google backend for building apps quickly.
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- CORE Econ - Free, modern economics textbook used worldwide.
- EconplusDal - Exam-focused economics tutorials for A-Level and IB.
- Marginal Revolution University - Free economics videos from working economists.
- tutor2u - Notes, revision, and exam support for economics and business.
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- IGCSE Business - Free Cambridge IGCSE Business notes and past papers by topic.
- Seneca Learning - Free interactive business revision (freemium).
- TakingTheBiz - Video revision lessons for GCSE, A-Level, and IB Business.
- tutor2u - Notes, revision, and exam support for Business Studies.
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- Language Reactor - Learn languages from real video and subtitles (freemium).
- LanguageTool - Free, open grammar and style checker in many languages.
- Purdue OWL - Free reference for writing, grammar, and citation styles.
- SparkNotes - Study guides and analysis for set literature texts.
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- Duolingo - Free, gamified lessons across dozens of languages.
- italki - Book 1-on-1 sessions with language tutors worldwide (paid).
- Language Reactor - Learn languages from real video and subtitles (freemium).
- Memrise - Vocabulary and listening practice with native-speaker videos (freemium).
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- BBC Bitesize - Free curriculum-aligned history revision.
- CrashCourse - Fast overviews of world and US history.
- Heimler's History - Exam-focused videos for AP History courses.
- Mr Allsop History - Free podcasts, videos, and revision notes across GCSE, IGCSE, A-Level, and IB History.
- Oversimplified - Teaching important events in History in an oversimplified way.
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- BBC Bitesize - Free curriculum-aligned geography revision.
- Internet Geography - Free notes and case studies for GCSE geography.
- Seneca Learning - Free interactive geography revision (freemium).
- The Geography Hub - Free GCSE geography case studies, quizzes, and exam-style practice.
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- Bozeman Science - Concept videos across environmental systems and ecology.
- Knowt - Free student-written study guides and flashcards for IB ESS.
- MinuteEarth - Short, animated explainers on environmental science mysteries.
- Save My Exams - Revision notes, exam questions, and past papers for IB ESS.
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- CrashCourse - Accessible introductory psychology video series.
- Fiveable - Free AP Psychology study guides, practice questions, and exam-day reviews.
- Seneca Learning - Free interactive psychology revision (freemium).
- Simply Psychology - Clear notes on theories, studies, and exams.
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- Jazza - Fun, accessible drawing and illustration tutorials for beginners.
- Proko - Free figure drawing and anatomy fundamentals for artists (freemium).
- Smarthistory - Free, peer-reviewed art history essays and videos, Khan Academy's official partner.
- Tate - Free GCSE and A-Level art exam help and student resources.
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- 8notes - Free sheet music across 25+ instruments (freemium).
- musictheory.net - Free, interactive lessons and ear-training exercises for music theory basics.
- Rick Beato - In-depth music theory, ear training, and song analysis.
- teoria - Free ear-training drills and music theory reference.
Capture, link, and organize what you learn.
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- Logseq - Free, open-source outliner for networked notes.
- LYT Kit - Free starter Obsidian vault for organizing notes and classes.
- Notion - All-in-one notes, databases, and docs (freemium, free for students).
- Notion Student Planner Templates - Free, official templates for tracking classes, assignments, and deadlines.
- Obsidian - Local-first linked notes with a large plugin ecosystem (free).
- RemNote - Notes with built-in spaced-repetition flashcards (freemium).
Remember more with less rereading.
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- Anki - Free, open-source spaced-repetition flashcards with huge shared decks.
- Brainscape - Confidence-based repetition flashcards (freemium).
- Mochi - Markdown-friendly spaced-repetition flashcards (freemium).
- Quizlet - Fast flashcards and study games (freemium).
Plan the week, protect the deadlines.
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- Google Calendar - Free scheduling that syncs everywhere.
- Notion Calendar - Free calendar that connects to your Notion workspace.
- TickTick - Tasks, calendar, and a built-in Pomodoro timer (freemium).
- Todoist - Cross-platform task manager with natural-language dates (freemium).
Draft, cite, and polish papers.
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- Grammarly - Grammar and clarity suggestions as you write (freemium).
- LanguageTool - Free, open-source grammar and style checker.
- Overleaf - Collaborative online LaTeX editor for formatted papers (freemium).
- Zotero - Free, open-source reference manager with one-click citations.
Graph, compute, and sketch ideas.
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- Desmos - Free graphing calculator and classroom activities.
- diagrams.net - Free, open-source flowchart and diagram editor.
- Excalidraw - Free, open-source hand-drawn-style diagrams.
- GeoGebra - Free, open geometry, algebra, and calculus tools.
- Wolfram Alpha - Computational engine for step-by-step math and science (freemium).
Go from first line to shipped project.
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- CS50 - Harvard's free, beginner-friendly computer science course.
- freeCodeCamp - Free, open-source coding curriculum with certifications.
- GitHub Student Developer Pack - Free developer tools and credits for verified students.
- The Odin Project - Free project-based path into web development.
- Visual Studio Code - Free, extensible code editor from Microsoft.
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- Advent of Code - Free annual puzzle set, one bite-sized challenge per day each December.
- Codewars - Free, community-built code katas across 55+ languages.
- Exercism - Free coding exercises with real mentor feedback across 80+ languages.
- LeetCode - Practice problems for coding interviews and data structures (freemium).
Legitimate free or discounted access students often miss, verify with a school email or proof of enrollment.
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- Autodesk Education - Free one-year access to Autodesk design and engineering software for verified students.
- Figma Education - Figma's paid plan free for students and educators with verification.
- GitHub Student Developer Pack - Free developer tools and credits for verified students.
- JetBrains for Students - All JetBrains IDEs free for students with a school email.
- Notion for Education - Notion's paid plan free for students with a school email.
Legitimate, fee-free places to find money for school.
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- Bold.org - Free, no-fee scholarships matched to your profile daily.
- Fastweb - Free scholarship search vetted against 1,000+ college partners.
- Federal Student Aid - The official FAFSA portal for US grants, work-study, and loans.
- Scholarships.com - Free, vetted search across millions of scholarships and grants.
What comes after exams: applications, resumes, and interviews.
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- CollegeVine - Free peer and expert reviews for your college application essays.
- Common App - The official application portal used by 1,000+ colleges.
- Exponent - Free peer and AI mock interviews for tech and PM roles.
- Novoresume - Free, ATS-friendly resume builder with student-focused templates.
- Yoodli - Free AI coach for interview and communication practice (freemium).
Fully free and open-source tools worth installing.
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Channels that teach, not just entertain.
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- 3Blue1Brown - Visual math intuition, from linear algebra to calculus.
- Abdul Bari - Clear lectures on algorithms and data structures.
- Amoeba Sisters - Cartoon-style videos that make biology concepts like genetics and evolution click.
- Code with Harry - Beginner-friendly programming tutorials in Hindi and English.
- CrashCourse - Fast-paced overviews across history, science, and the humanities.
- Economics Explained - Accessible breakdowns of economies and economic ideas.
- ExamSolutions - Free worked examples for GCSE, IGCSE, and A-Level maths.
- Fireship - Fast, practical coding and web development explainers.
- IB English Guys - Exam-focused help for IB English courses.
- Khan Academy - Structured lessons across almost every school subject.
- MinutePhysics - Short, animated explainers that make physics concepts click fast.
- Mr Hunt's Geography Channel - GCSE geography lessons from a working teacher and exam board examiner.
- Psych2Go - Approachable videos on psychology, mental health, and self-understanding.
- Revision Village - Syllabus-aligned video lessons and worked past papers for IB Math.
- SupertutorTV - In-depth SAT and ACT prep from a perfect-scoring tutor.
- The Organic Chemistry Tutor - Worked problems across math and the sciences.
- Veritasium - Deep science explainers that build real understanding.
Written and audio deep dives on how to learn, focus, and work better.
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- Breaking Math - Weekly conversations making math concepts click.
- Deep Questions with Cal Newport - Weekly podcast on deep work, focus, and study strategy.
- Farnam Street - Essays on mental models, decision-making, and clearer thinking.
- Hidden Brain - NPR podcast exploring the psychology behind everyday decisions.
- James Clear's 3-2-1 Newsletter - Weekly ideas, quotes, and questions on habits and learning.
- Ness Labs Newsletter - Neuroscience-backed insights on productivity, focus, and learning.
- Radiolab - Science, philosophy, and human-interest stories from WNYC Studios.
- Scott Young's Blog - Deep dives on learning faster and building hard skills.
- Stuff You Missed in History Class - Two-a-week deep dives into overlooked history.
- The Learning Scientists Podcast - Evidence-based study techniques explained by cognitive scientists.
Study skill and mindset books worth your time.
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- A Mind for Numbers - Learn math and science even if you struggle.
- Atomic Habits - Build study habits that actually stick.
- Deep Work - Build the ability to focus without distraction.
- How to Take Smart Notes - Turn reading into writing with a note system.
- Make It Stick - The science of durable, effective learning.
Subject textbooks students and teachers keep coming back to.
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- Clayden, Organic Chemistry - Widely used undergraduate organic chemistry text.
- CLRS, Introduction to Algorithms - The definitive algorithms reference.
- Haese Mathematics - Standard IB Diploma mathematics textbooks (formerly Haese & Harris).
- OpenStax - Free, peer-reviewed textbooks across math and science.
- Stewart, Calculus - The standard first calculus textbook.
- The Feynman Lectures on Physics - Landmark physics text, free to read online.
Meta-skills: how to study, remember, and focus.
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- Ali Abdaal - Evidence-based study and productivity guides.
- Anki Manual - The official guide to spaced repetition with Anki.
- How to Remember Anything Forever-ish - Playable primer on spaced repetition.
- Learning How to Learn - The popular free course on how learning works.
Free, reputable support for stress, burnout, and everything school doesn't teach you to handle.
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- 7 Cups - Free, anonymous chat with trained volunteer listeners, 24/7.
- Befrienders Worldwide - Free directory of confidential emotional-support helplines worldwide.
- Headspace - Guided meditation and sleep, free for teens and students (freemium).
- NHS Every Mind Matters - Free official guidance on stress, anxiety, and sleep.
Ask questions and study alongside other students.
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- Academia Stack Exchange - Q&A on academic life, research, and navigating school systems.
- Mathematics Stack Exchange - Q&A for working through math problems step by step.
- r/APStudents - Community for AP course and exam prep.
- r/GetStudying - Study motivation, methods, and accountability.
- r/HomeworkHelp - Large, active community for help across every school subject.
- r/IBO - The main community for IB Diploma students.
- r/igcse - Support and resources for IGCSE students.
- r/SAT - Strategy, practice, and score discussion for the SAT.
- StudyStream - 24/7 video study rooms and a Discord community to stay accountable.
- Awesome Skills & Plugins for Students - Curated AI coding-agent skills and plugins built for students.
- StudyMap - A crowdsourced map of student-important places: exam centres, libraries, and more.
Note
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- Genuinely useful to students. It helps you study, build, or organize, not just browse.
- Real and maintained. Actively available, not abandoned or a dead link.
- Accessible. Free, freemium, or clearly worth the price; note the pricing in the entry.
- Reputable. A known tool, channel, or book, not spam or an affiliate funnel.
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