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Re:Getting things done (in small increments) by lunarcave on Monday January 01, 2024 @07:08PM (#38836540)
One of the best advice I've found in this subject is "Leaving things broken": https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=35456059

Just like the author suggests leaving a failing test case so it's easier to resume, I leave a syntax error, or something small of the sort undone.

It has been a much better way to tackle the inertia of getting started.

Re:Getting things done (in small increments) by cheviethai123 on Monday January 01, 2024 @10:21PM (#38837717)
This, I strongly encourage this way of finishing task. On monday, I just dive into all the stuff I gotta do that week, poking around and even writing some test cases, even if the task isn't finished. This reduces pre-deadline pressure and allows me to continuously brainstorm robust solutions throughout the week for timely delivery with quality outcomes.
Re:Getting things done (in small increments) by bomewish on Tuesday January 02, 2024 @06:33AM (#38840544)
My ocd stops me doing this. I like to close out the task before I even go home, or I feel like something is incomplete… weird. I am gonna really try implement this now though. Have seen it recommended multiple times.