self-instructed

adjective
UK /ˌself ɪnˈstrʌktɪd/
US /ˌself ɪnˈstrʌktɪd/

Having learned something by teaching yourself instead of having a teacher.

She is a self-instructed guitarist who learned by watching videos online.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Guided or directed by oneself rather than by an outside person.

The project was self-instructed, with no manager telling the team what to do.

3. Given instructions to oneself, as in a personal reminder or note.

His self-instructed checklist helped him remember every step.

4. Trained through one's own practice and effort.

The self-instructed swimmer practiced every morning at the pool.