Brilliant

Interactive courses in maths, science, computing and AI concepts

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What is Brilliant?

Brilliant teaches maths, science, computer science and data topics through short interactive lessons: instead of watching a lecture you solve problems, manipulate diagrams and get feedback as you go. Courses are sequenced to assume little prior knowledge and build up gradually, covering subjects such as algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, physics, programming and how AI systems work. Progress tracking and daily practice keep the habit going. It is a paid product with a limited free preview, and AI appears mainly as course subject matter rather than as a personalised tutor driving the lessons.

Last updated: 2026-09-20. This site only provides an index; for exact features, pricing, and licensing, see the official website.

Key features

  • Interactive problem-based lessons in maths, science and computing
  • Courses covering algebra, geometry, calculus and statistics
  • Computer science, programming and AI literacy tracks
  • Sequenced paths that build from fundamentals upward
  • Instant feedback on every exercise plus progress tracking
  • Daily practice sessions across your subscribed courses

Pros & cons

Strengths

  • Learning by solving beats passive video watching
  • Course sequencing assumes no specialist background
  • Works well on mobile in short daily sessions

Watch out for

  • No free tier beyond a limited preview of lessons
  • Less depth than a full textbook or university course
  • No formal certification or credit at the end

Best for & use cases

maths and science fundamentals, casual self-study, interview preparation

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FAQ

Is Brilliant good for exam preparation?

It builds intuition and problem-solving habits well, which helps with exams. It does not follow a specific national curriculum or drill past papers, so it usually works alongside exam-focused material rather than replacing it.

Is there a free version?

Only a limited preview, not a full free tier. Some lessons can be sampled before you subscribe, which is enough to judge whether the teaching style suits you.

Does it teach AI itself?

Yes, there are tracks explaining how machine learning models work, aimed at a general audience. They cover concepts and intuition rather than the maths needed to build production systems.