No previous knowledge is required to enjoy these resources for total beginners.
Indeed, if you just started learning Italian, you barely know any words, let alone grammar patterns.
However, that shouldn’t discourage you from tackling real-world content like basic conversations, stories, and even simplified news.
Typically, you’ll be reading, listening, and speaking about simple topics in the present tense.
Learning materials intentionally avoid overwhelming your with grammar, but rather let you become familiar with the language, first.