30 days gets you functional competency — not mastery, but the ability to use a skill in a real-world context. Framework: Days 1–7 (Foundation) focus on the 20% producing 80% of results. Days 8–14 (Guided Practice) apply the foundation with structured exercises. Days 15–21 (Independent Application) drop tutorials and start your own project. Days 22–30 (Consolidation) finish the project, document it, review with spaced repetition, plan next 30 days. Non-negotiables: daily sessions (30–60 min daily beats 3 hours 3x/week), active practice only, one skill only, public accountability.