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Setting stop conditions for side projects
MobileProductivitySaaSTechnologyWeb
Created 1 month ago|From community
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Description
The idea is to set clear stop conditions before starting a side project. This means defining what 'done enough' looks like, rather than aiming for perfection.
Potential
This approach can help creators ship more projects, gain a sense of accomplishment, and free up time for new endeavors.
Key Features
- Define clear stop conditions
- Focus on usability over perfection
- Set achievable milestones
- Regularly review progress against stop conditions
- Celebrate small wins and completed projects
Keywords
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Difficulty in determining when a side project is ready to ship
MobileProductivitySaaSTechnologyWeb
Description
Many developers and creators struggle with deciding when a side project is ready to be shipped. This often leads to prolonged development cycles and projects that never see the light of day.Impact
This issue affects developers, hobbyists, and entrepreneurs who work on side projects. The consequence is a backlog of unfinished projects and a sense of incompletion.Sources (1)
I’ve noticed I’m pretty good at starting side projects. I’m less good at deciding when something is “done enough.” The temptation is always to add one more feature, one more improvement, one more refactor. But the projects I’ve actually shipped had one thing in common: I set a stop condition before I started. Not “perfect.” Just “usable.” Wanted to know how others decide something is ready to ship?