Roadmap
Simulation Hypothesis Learning Path
My beginner journey exploring the theory that we might be living in a computer simulation.
| Order | Field | Learn About (Concepts) | Learn By Doing (Hands-on Projects) | Best Free Resources |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Core Idea of the Simulation Hypothesis | What the hypothesis claims and why it matters philosophically | Read Bostrom’s original paper and summarize the trilemma | Bostrom’s Original Paper (PDF) |
| 2 | Philosophical Foundations | Ancestor simulations, posthuman civilizations, and the probability argument | Write your own short version of the trilemma in simple language | Nick Bostrom – Simulation Argument FAQ (2025) |
| 3 | Scientific & Technological Evidence | Quantum mechanics, VR/AR progress, AI advances, and fine-tuning arguments | Explore a modern VR simulation and compare it to “reality” | Georgia Tech 2026 Overview |
| 4 | Counterarguments & Criticisms | Why many scientists and philosophers reject the hypothesis | List the strongest objections you find and your own thoughts | 4 Scientific Arguments Against the Simulation Hypothesis |
| 5 | Modern Updates & Related Fields | Recent papers on simulation physics, quantum computing, and AI consciousness | Read one recent paper and note what changed since 2003 | New Mathematical Framework for Simulations (2025) |
| 6 | Thought Experiments & Personal Reflection | Brain-in-a-vat, Descartes’ evil demon, and how the hypothesis affects daily life | Run your own thought experiment and journal your conclusions | Nick Bostrom Explains the Simulation Hypothesis (Video) |
Disclaimer: This learning path links to third-party websites and free resources. I do not own or control these external sites. Content and availability may change over time. Use at your own risk.