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Project Breakdown

Big projects feel overwhelming until you break them down. This template turns any project into clear phases, manageable tasks, and realistic deadlines. You'll never leave a project until the last minute again.

Type In-App Only
Best For Long Projects
Time 20 min setup
Users 2,100+
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Project Breakdown

Interactive Preview
Research Paper: Climate Change
📚 English 11 📅 Due Jan 15
Progress 65%

Phase 1: Research

Gather sources and take notes

Find 8 sources Take notes
Dec 28

Phase 2: Outline

Create structure and thesis

Write thesis Section outline
Jan 2
3

Phase 3: First Draft

Write complete first draft

Intro Body paragraphs Conclusion
Jan 8
4

Phase 4: Edit & Submit

Revise, proofread, format

Self-edit Peer review Final format
Jan 15

What's Included

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Phase Breakdown

Split any project into 3-5 clear phases. Each phase has its own deadline and tasks.

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Progress Tracking

Visual progress bar shows exactly how far along you are. Motivates you to keep going.

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Milestone Deadlines

Set intermediate deadlines so you never rush at the end. Built-in buffer time.

Task Checklists

Break each phase into specific tasks. Check them off as you go.

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AI Breakdown Help

Not sure how to break it down? AI suggests phases and tasks based on your project type.

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Phase Reminders

Get notified when phase deadlines approach. Stay on track without checking constantly.

Why Projects Feel Overwhelming

❌ Without a Breakdown

  • 😰 Project feels too big to start
  • 📅 Deadline seems far away
  • 🤷 Don't know where to begin
  • End up cramming last minute
  • 😓 Stressed and exhausted

✅ With Project Breakdown

  • 🎯 Clear first step to take today
  • 📊 Mini-deadlines create urgency
  • 🧩 Each phase feels manageable
  • Finish early with time to spare
  • 😌 Calm and in control

Works for Any Project

Here's how students use Project Breakdown for different assignments

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Research Paper

10-page essay with citations

Research & sources Outline & thesis First draft Edit & submit
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Science Project

Experiment with presentation

Hypothesis & planning Conduct experiment Analyze data Create presentation
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Coding Project

App or website build

Plan & design Build core features Test & debug Polish & deploy
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Art Portfolio

Collection of creative work

Concept & planning Create pieces Photograph & edit Assemble portfolio
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Video Project

Documentary or presentation

Script & storyboard Film footage Edit video Add audio & export
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Group Presentation

Team slide deck

Assign sections Research individually Build slides Rehearse together

How to Use This Template

1

Add Your Project

Enter the project name, class, and final deadline. The template automatically calculates how much time you have.

2

Break Into Phases

Divide the project into 3-5 phases. Use AI suggestions or create your own. Each phase gets its own mini-deadline.

3

Add Tasks to Each Phase

List specific tasks for each phase. These are the individual to-dos you'll check off as you work.

4

Work Phase by Phase

Focus only on the current phase. When it's done, move to the next. The progress bar keeps you motivated.

Perfect For

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Long Papers

5+ page essays and reports

Procrastinators

Need structure to start

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College Students

Complex semester projects

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Group Projects

Coordinate team work

Start breaking it down

Turn that overwhelming project into a clear plan of action.

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