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Explore the journey from novice to expert in this 30-minute conference talk from YOW! Perth 2023. Delve into the concept of perceptual learning and its role in developing expertise and intuition. Examine how experts transition from struggling with minutiae to recognizing meaningful patterns effortlessly. Discover strategies for training new experts through a combination of theoretical research and practical anecdotes. Learn about the science behind information extraction and its application to perceptual learning in code. Gain insights into cultivating instinct and synesthesia in the context of becoming an expert. Follow along with timecoded segments covering topics such as expertise, intuition, teaching methods, and the amateur's guide to skill development. Access additional resources, including recommended books and speaker information, to further explore the subject of cultivating instinct in professional development.