Hola Mark -
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I have the suspicion that "intensive" means less coffee breaks...
And less anecdotes from the "teacher"...
Therefore, I would not qualify, nor enjoy...
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Honest - Both solutions have advantages and inconveniences.
It is really up to you to decide, and know how you learn better.
A trickle here-and-there, or a brainstorm.
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Happy contrails