How effective is this for learning a new language? Has anyone

It's good for picking up some basic vocabulary and getting a really rough idea of syntax. Fine for reading warning signs and being able to create simple statements and questions about everyday things.

It's not going to teach you a new language and neither is any software in the world.

>>1144951
I completed the French tree and I became good at reading and writing but my speaking and listening were not very good...which makes sense, because it only gives you a sentence at a time and you never had to speak if you don't have a microphone.

>>1144968
This sums it up. You've got to use it in conjunction with other methods. Along with the French Duolingo, I used Michel Thomas and News in Slow French to learn vocab, plus Assimil for listening comprehension and Quizlet to learn more vocab.
There's no single, perfect program to learn a language.

Can someone rec me an app that is mainly involves speaking?

>>1145489
There's apps like HiNative and Hello Talk that allow you to talk to people that already know that language through text and voice chat

>>1145460
Just asking, but what of those sources would you say worked best and were easiest to use on a semi-tight schedule?
Taking French at uni next semester and I want to make sure I cement what I learn well.

>>1145518
I'd recommend News in Slow French (they also do Italian and Spanish) except they got super expensive all of a sudden. It used to be ten bucks a month, now it's above my budget. But anyway, it's good for quick listening lessons and picking up grammar tips.
I listen to Michel Thomas during my daily commute, partly to make good use of the time, partly because he just makes me happy.

I think if you have very limited time per day to study, ditch Duolingo and use something else. If you rely on their recommended three daily lessons, you're clutching at straws and getting nowhere.