A minimalist study workstation designed for language learners.
Focus. Learn. Grow. — Built to harness the power of words.
Warning
This is an early beta release. PracticeHub is actively under development. Features may change, break, or be removed without prior notice. Your feedback and bug reports are welcome as we continue to refine the experience.
PracticeHub is a desktop application that provides an all-in-one study environment for language learners. Import books and texts, read with built-in tools, build your personal dictionary, practice vocabulary through interactive quizzes, and stay motivated with a gamified learning experience — all without leaving the app.
Whether you're studying English, preparing for exams, or simply expanding your vocabulary through reading, PracticeHub keeps everything you need in one elegant, distraction-free workspace.
| Platform | Download |
|---|---|
| Windows | ⬇️ Download PracticeHub Setup (.exe) |
Note: Currently only Windows is supported. macOS and Linux support is planned for future releases.
Manage your reading materials with an intuitive library interface. Import content via text paste or AI-powered PDF upload. Organize by mode: Normal, Language Learning, or Study Session. Track your overall progress, total materials, and quickly resume where you left off.
A clean, focused reading experience with page-by-page navigation, progress tracking, and text highlighting in multiple colors. Supports Language Learning Mode with instant dictionary lookups and note-taking directly from the text.
Import your study materials easily. Paste text directly or upload PDF files with AI-assisted text extraction. Choose your study mode, add cover images, and configure repetition settings for memorization practice.
Build your own vocabulary database while reading. Each word entry includes definitions, pronunciation (with text-to-speech audio), example sentences, and links to YouGlish for real-world pronunciation examples. Words are automatically organized alphabetically and grouped by source book.
Test your knowledge with four interactive practice modes:
| Mode | Description |
|---|---|
| Word → Meaning | See an English word and guess its meaning |
| Meaning → Word | See the definition and recall the English word |
| Fill in the Blank | Read a sentence and find the missing word in context |
| Sound → Word | Listen to pronunciation and type the correct word |
Stay motivated with the Jungle mini-game. Earn drops and seeds through study activities, then use them to build your own virtual forest. Plant trees, create ponds, and lay paths — your jungle grows as your knowledge does.
| Technology | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Electron | Desktop application framework |
| React 19 | User interface |
| TypeScript | Type-safe development |
| Vite | Build tooling |
| Tailwind CSS | Styling |
| SQLite (sql.js) | Local database |
| pdf.js | PDF text extraction |
PracticeHub follows a minimalist, paper-inspired design language:
- 🌗 Dark & Light Mode — Seamless theme switching with smooth view transitions
- 📐 Clean Typography — Lora (serif) for headings, Inter (sans-serif) for body text
- 🎨 Warm Accent Palette — Earthy burnt orange accent colors that feel inviting, not distracting
- ✨ Subtle Animations — Page transitions and micro-interactions that feel natural
- 🖥️ Custom Title Bar — Native-feeling frameless window with custom window controls
- Multi-language support (UI localization)
- Cloud sync & backup
- Spaced repetition algorithm (SM-2) for vocabulary practice
- Import/export dictionary as CSV
- macOS & Linux support
- Community content sharing
- Advanced reading analytics & statistics
- Mobile companion app
Since this project is in early beta, your feedback is incredibly valuable! If you encounter any bugs or have feature suggestions:
- Open an Issue on this repository
- Include steps to reproduce the bug (if applicable)
- Mention your Windows version
This project is licensed under the MIT License — see the LICENSE file for details.
PracticeHub — Focus. Learn. Grow.
Made with ❤️ by the PracticeHub Team