Overview

The Analytics section provides detailed insights into your practice habits, progress, and performance. Most importantly, it includes AI-powered analysis that gives personalized feedback and recommendations based on your practice data.

Where to Find Analytics

Access analytics on your Practice Dashboard:

1. Navigate to your Practice Dashboard
2. Click on the "Analytics" tab in the navigation menu
3. You'll see your practice statistics and AI analysis

What Analytics Shows

The Analytics section displays:

Practice Statistics

Key metrics from your practice sessions:

• Total Sessions: Number of practice sessions logged
• Total Practice Time: Total minutes practiced
• Average Session Length: Average minutes per session
• Average Sentiment: Your average mood rating (1-5 scale)
• Improvement Rate: Percentage of sessions where you reported improvement
• Most Frequent Practice Day: Day of week you practice most often
• Most Practiced Item: Your most frequently practiced item
• Current Level: Your current practice level
• Current Streak: Your current practice streak in days

Data Period

Analytics typically show data from:

• Last 30 Days: Most recent month of practice
• Provides recent, relevant insights
• Updates as you continue practicing
• Focuses on current habits and trends

AI Analysis: Your Personal Practice Coach

The most powerful feature of Analytics is the AI Analysis, which provides personalized feedback and recommendations.

What Is AI Analysis?

AI Analysis uses artificial intelligence to review your practice data and generate:

• Personalized insights about your practice habits
• Recognition of your strengths
• Identification of areas for improvement
• Specific recommendations for next steps
• Lesson recommendations tailored to your progress

How AI Analysis Works

The AI analyzes your practice data from the last 30 days:

Data Collection

The system gathers:

• Session duration and frequency
• Sentiment scores (how you felt about each session)
• Improvement indicators
• Practice item preferences
• Day-of-week patterns
• Your current level and streak

Data Analysis

The AI processes this data to identify:

• Trends: Patterns in your practice habits
• Strengths: What you're doing well
• Opportunities: Areas where you can improve
• Consistency: Regularity of your practice
• Progress: How you're advancing over time

Personalized Feedback

Based on the analysis, the AI generates three paragraphs:

1. STRENGTHS

The first paragraph highlights:

• What you're doing well
• Positive aspects of your practice
• Achievements worth celebrating
• Habits that are working

2. IMPROVEMENT AREAS

The second paragraph discusses:

• Trends that could be improved
• Areas where you might focus more
• Patterns that could enhance your practice
• Opportunities for growth

3. NEXT STEPS

The third paragraph provides:

• Practical recommendations
• Specific next actions to take
• Lesson recommendations tailored to your progress
• Actionable advice for improvement

Understanding AI Recommendations

The AI may recommend specific lessons based on:

Your Practice Patterns

If you practice certain types of material:

• The AI recognizes your interests
• Recommends related lessons
• Suggests complementary content

Your Current Level

Based on your level:

• Recommendations match your skill level
• Suggest appropriate challenges
• Provide progressive learning paths

Your Improvement Areas

If you report less improvement:

• The AI may suggest technique-focused lessons
• Recommend foundational material
• Guide you toward areas needing work

Lesson Recommendations

The AI may recommend lessons from:

• Technique: Jazzedge Practice Curriculum™
• Improvisation: The Confident Improviser™
• Accompaniment: Piano Accompaniment Essentials™
• Jazz Standards: Standards By The Dozen™
• Easy Standards: Super Simple Standards™

When AI Analysis Updates

AI Analysis updates:

Automatic Updates

The analysis refreshes:

• As you log new practice sessions
• Based on your most recent 30 days
• When significant changes occur
• To reflect your latest habits

Data Requirements

For AI Analysis to work:

• You need practice sessions in the last 30 days
• More sessions provide better insights
• Regular practice improves recommendations
• Varied practice data enhances analysis

If You Haven't Practiced

If you haven't practiced in 30 days:

• The AI will encourage you to start practicing
• Remind you of the benefits of regular practice
• Suggest getting back into your routine
• Provide motivation to begin again

Using Analytics to Improve

Here's how to use Analytics effectively:

Review Regularly

Check your analytics:

• Weekly to track trends
• After logging multiple sessions
• Before planning practice goals
• To understand your patterns

Read AI Recommendations

Pay attention to:

• What the AI identifies as strengths
• Areas for improvement
• Specific next steps
• Lesson recommendations

Act on Feedback

Use insights to:

• Adjust your practice schedule
• Focus on recommended areas
• Try suggested lessons
• Improve your habits

Track Progress

Monitor changes:

• Compare analytics over time
• See how recommendations change
• Track improvement in metrics
• Celebrate positive trends

Understanding Practice Statistics

Total Sessions

This shows:

• How many practice sessions you've logged
• Your overall practice activity
• Progress toward session-based badges
• Consistency in practice

Total Practice Time

This indicates:

• Cumulative minutes practiced
• Your total time investment
• Progress toward time-based badges
• Overall commitment level

Average Session Length

This reveals:

• Typical duration of your sessions
• Whether sessions are consistent
• If you prefer longer or shorter practice
• Opportunities to adjust session length

Average Sentiment

This measures:

• How you feel about your practice (1-5 scale)
• Overall enjoyment and satisfaction
• Whether practice is rewarding
• If adjustments might improve satisfaction

Improvement Rate

This shows:

• Percentage of sessions where you felt improvement
• How often practice leads to progress
• Whether practice is effective
• If you're noticing growth

Most Frequent Practice Day

This identifies:

• Which day you practice most often
• Your preferred practice schedule
• Potential scheduling patterns
• Opportunities to add more practice days

Most Practiced Item

This shows:

• What you practice most frequently
• Your preferred practice material
• Focus areas in your routine
• Potential areas to diversify

Making the Most of AI Analysis

Use It as a Guide

The AI analysis is:

• A helpful guide, not a requirement
• Based on your actual data
• Personalized to your situation
• Designed to help you improve

Be Open to Suggestions

Consider:

• Recommendations you might not have thought of
• New lessons or approaches
• Different practice strategies
• Areas outside your comfort zone

Track Changes

Notice how:

• Recommendations evolve as you practice
• Different insights appear over time
• Your patterns change
• AI feedback adapts to your progress

Privacy and Data

Analytics uses:

Your Practice Data

• Session logs you create
• Sentiment scores you provide
• Improvement indicators you report
• Progress data from your account

Secure Processing

• Data is processed securely
• AI analysis is generated automatically
• Your privacy is protected
• Data is used only for your benefit

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How often does AI Analysis update?
A: AI Analysis updates based on your most recent practice sessions. It analyzes your last 30 days of practice data.

Q: What if I don't see AI Analysis?
A: You need at least some practice sessions logged in the last 30 days. Start logging sessions to see AI insights.

Q: Are AI recommendations required?
A: No, they're suggestions to help guide your practice. Use them as helpful guidance, not requirements.

Q: Can I see analytics for longer periods?
A: Currently, analytics focus on the last 30 days to provide recent, actionable insights.

Q: Does the AI know what I'm practicing?
A: Yes, if you log practice sessions with specific items, the AI can see which items you practice most.

Q: How accurate is the AI analysis?
A: The AI analyzes your actual practice data, so insights are based on your real habits and patterns.

Q: Can I improve my AI recommendations?
A: Yes! More practice sessions, honest sentiment reporting, and varied practice improve the quality of recommendations.

Q: What if I disagree with the AI analysis?
A: That's okay! The AI provides suggestions based on data patterns. Use what's helpful and trust your own judgment.

Q: Does AI Analysis cost anything?
A: No, AI Analysis is included as part of your Practice Dashboard features.

Q: How detailed is the AI analysis?
A: The AI provides three paragraphs covering your strengths, improvement areas, and next steps with specific recommendations.