[opentalkware] r205 committed - Formatted ToDos

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Revision: 205
Author: robertburrelldonkin
Date: Mon Nov 14 03:21:53 2011
Log: Formatted ToDos
http://code.google.com/p/opentalkware/source/detail?r=205

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</p>
<h4>Abstract</h4>
<p>
-TODO:
+An unofficial introduction to The Pomodoro Technique, a method for
sustainable personal time management
+by Francesco Cirillo.
</p>
</div>

<div class='notes'>
- <ul>
- <li>
- TODO:
- </li>
- </ul>
+ <ul/>
</div>
</div>
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@@ -192,17 +189,15 @@

<div class='handout'>
<p>
-What's in a name?
+What's in a name?
+</p><p>
Pomodoro is italian for tomato, and each timeboxed "pomodoro" takes 25
minutes
just enough time for Francesco Cirillo to cook some fine tomato source.
</p>
</div>

<div class="notes">
- <ul>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- </ul>
+ <ul/>
</div>
</div>
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@@ -235,22 +230,19 @@
<div class='handout'>
<p>
"The Pomodoro" in the technique is an Italian kitchen timer for tomato
sauce shaped like a Pomodoro.
-
+</p><p>
This visceral physicality is important to the effectiveness of the
technique. The distinctive shape
and the act of winding becomes conditioned as an associative trigger for
focus and flow;
the ticking is a constant reminder that this time box is devoted to
productive work, not play;
time counting down builds completion pressure; and the ringing bell ending
the session marks the
transition from concentration to relaxation and reflection.
-
+</p><p>
This mix of simple methodology and complex psychology is characteristic.
</p>
</div>

<div class="notes">
- <ul>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- </ul>
+ <ul/>
</div>
</div>
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@@ -280,7 +272,8 @@
<div class='handout'>
<p>
If you're not using timeboxing, then follow Dreyfus Rule:
-applying everything for two weeks before trying variations.
+applying everything for two weeks before trying variations.
+</p><p>
My recovery programme means computer time is already timeboxed for me.
(Using a ladybird.) In many ways, I think introducing an Agile method is
easiest on a blank slate.
All you need to do is ensure that people are fully trained and buy into
the process.
@@ -290,10 +283,7 @@
</div>

<div class="notes">
- <ul>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- </ul>
+ <ul/>
</div>
</div>
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@@ -324,29 +314,18 @@

<div class='handout'>
<p>
-
I'll run quickly through the basics of the technique then open up the
discussion towards why it works.
-
-Tools
-
-* A Timer
-* A pencil
-* Paper
- * A To Do Sheet
- * An Activity Inventory Sheet
- * A Records Sheet
-
-Many people will be able to guess the technique from here, and some will
recognise the classic elements for productivity and focus boosting methods.
Activity inventory is a back log from which activities are pull at the
start of the day onto the To Do Sheet. The To Do sheet is a daily pla. The
records sheet collects empirical feedback for continuous improvement.
-
-
+</p><p>
+Many people will be able to guess the technique from here, and some will
recognise the classic elements for
+productivity and focus boosting methods.
+Activity inventory is a back log from which activities are pull at the
start of the day onto the To Do Sheet.
+The To Do sheet is a daily pla.
+The records sheet collects empirical feedback for continuous improvement.
</p>
</div>

<div class="notes">
- <ul>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- </ul>
+ <ul/>
</div>
</div>
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@@ -381,10 +360,7 @@
</div>

<div class="notes">
- <ul>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- </ul>
+ <ul/>
</div>
</div>
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@@ -421,16 +397,13 @@
timebox is to record them quickly whilst context is maintained for the
primary task and before the thread is lost.
Switching contexts is an expensive operation brain-wise. Once the thread
is lost, focus and flow are hard to regain.
If an interruption really has to be handled immediately, then the timebox
must be voided.
-
+</p><p>
"A Pomodoro is indivisible"
</p>
</div>

<div class="notes">
- <ul>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- </ul>
+ <ul/>
</div>
</div>
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@@ -456,22 +429,17 @@

<div class='handout'>
<p>
-
Each day (usually at the end) the record sheet is updated by adding
records of the day's progress.
In the same way that iterative methods record velocity using reguarly
sized timeboxes then use
this data for continuous improvement and future estimation, these records
allow empirical methods
to be used for personal improvement. This documentation is an investment
in improving your future productivity.
-
+</p><p>
"The next pomodoro will go better"
-
</p>
</div>

<div class="notes">
- <ul>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- </ul>
+ <ul/>
</div>
</div>
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@@ -495,28 +463,23 @@

<div class='handout'>
<p>
-
"If a task takes more than 5–7 Pomodoros, break it down"
-
+</p><p>
"If it takes less than one pomodoro, add it up, and combine it with
another task"
-
+</p><p>
When pulling tasks from the Activity Inventory, timebox them into units.
Combine tasks smaller than a Pomodoro.
-
+</p><p>
Break big (5-7) tasks down - when faced with weeks of work without
intermediary rewards,
procrastination is an easy and natural way out but an unproductive one.
Breaking out
smaller tasks do-able within the day motivates, provides intermediary
milestones and
helps to estimate progress. Estimation is tricky but improves with
practice.
Always estimate, record then review.
-
</p>
</div>

<div class="notes">
- <ul>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- </ul>
+ <ul/>
</div>
</div>
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@@ -545,25 +508,21 @@

<div class='handout'>
<p>
-
"Once a Pomodoro begins, it has to ring"
-
+</p><p>
The Pomodory Technique emphasises sustainable progress. Establishing a
regular work-rest rhythm is essential
for this. When a task is completed before the bells rings, spend the time
reviewing and overlearning,
aiming for mastery. After every Pomodoro take a short (3-5 minute) break.
+</p><p>
The rest allows assimilation and relaxation, not to divert attention onto
another task requiring concentration.
Get up. Stretch. Walk around. Get another cup of tea. Don't be tempted to
read email or catch up on other work.
After a set of 4, take a longer (15-30 minute) break to allow reflection
and reconsideration of the day's work.
Feel free to check email but don't be drawn into complex thought. If
anything important emerges, add it to the To Do.
-
</p>
</div>

<div class="notes">
- <ul>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- </ul>
+ <ul></ul>
</div>
</div>
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</ol>

<div class='handout'>
- <p>
- TODO:
- Foo bar blah
- </p>
+ <p></p>
</div>

<div class="notes">
- <ul>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- <li>TODO:</li>
- </ul>
+ <ul/>
</div>
</div>
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