From 3acd885719677bf40302eac40b9df20903fba218 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: "copilot-swe-agent[bot]" <198982749+Copilot@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2026 22:02:59 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Update work schedule to 4hrs weekdays, 8hrs weekends (144 total hrs) Co-authored-by: kuhyx <147418882+kuhyx@users.noreply.github.com> --- DAILY_CHECKLIST.md | 56 ++++++++++++++++++++++---------------------- DEADLINE_GAMEPLAN.md | 28 +++++++++++++++++----- PLANNING_README.md | 20 ++++++++-------- README_START_HERE.md | 18 ++++++++------ VISUAL_TRACKER.md | 12 +++++----- 5 files changed, 77 insertions(+), 57 deletions(-) diff --git a/DAILY_CHECKLIST.md b/DAILY_CHECKLIST.md index 777d5cc..11a463b 100644 --- a/DAILY_CHECKLIST.md +++ b/DAILY_CHECKLIST.md @@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ - [ ] Start expanding Chapter 4 methodology section **Goal**: Nsight working, first captures done, methodology started -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -25,7 +25,7 @@ - [ ] Continue Chapter 4 (methodology section) **Goal**: All Unity data collected, methodology 60% done -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -37,7 +37,7 @@ - [ ] Compare data format from both engines **Goal**: Unreal testing started, initial comparison notes -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -49,7 +49,7 @@ - [ ] Finish Chapter 4 methodology (target: 150+ lines) **Goal**: All testing complete, data organized, methodology done -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -61,7 +61,7 @@ - [ ] Start creating LaTeX tables for results **Goal**: 4+ publication-quality graphs created -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 8 hours --- @@ -73,7 +73,7 @@ - [ ] Test that figures compile in LaTeX **Goal**: All visualizations ready, saved in correct format -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 8 hours --- @@ -86,7 +86,7 @@ - [ ] Insert all figures and tables with proper references **✅ WEEK 1 MILESTONE**: Chapter 5 complete (200+ lines), all data collected -**Target hours**: 8-10 hours +**Target hours**: 8 hours --- @@ -100,7 +100,7 @@ - [ ] Target: 60-80 new lines in Chapter 6 **Goal**: Half of Chapter 6 capabilities analysis done -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -112,7 +112,7 @@ - [ ] Target: Chapter 6 complete (180+ lines total) **Goal**: Chapter 6 finished -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -124,7 +124,7 @@ - [ ] Target: 50% of Chapter 7 done **Goal**: Results synthesis and main comparison table -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -136,7 +136,7 @@ - [ ] Target: Chapter 7 complete (150+ lines) **Goal**: Chapter 7 finished with clear recommendations -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -148,7 +148,7 @@ - [ ] Target: 50% of Chapter 8 done **Goal**: Core conclusions written -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 8 hours --- @@ -160,7 +160,7 @@ - [ ] Target: Chapter 8 complete (120+ lines) **Goal**: Conclusions chapter finished -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 8 hours --- @@ -172,7 +172,7 @@ - [ ] Fix any obvious issues **✅ WEEK 2 MILESTONE**: All core chapters complete (first draft) -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 8 hours --- @@ -186,7 +186,7 @@ - [ ] Add DOIs where available **Goal**: Bibliography complete and verified -**Target hours**: 4-6 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -198,7 +198,7 @@ - [ ] Polish graph aesthetics (fonts, colors, labels) **Goal**: All figures and tables publication-ready -**Target hours**: 4-6 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -210,7 +210,7 @@ - [ ] Update appendices list in main.tex **Goal**: Meaningful appendices created -**Target hours**: 4-6 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -222,7 +222,7 @@ - [ ] Verify all cross-references work **Goal**: All lists and cross-references correct -**Target hours**: 4-6 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -234,7 +234,7 @@ - [ ] Create prioritized list of issues to fix **Goal**: Complete PDF generated, issue list created -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 8 hours --- @@ -246,7 +246,7 @@ - [ ] Polish abstract **Goal**: Major issues addressed -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 8 hours --- @@ -258,7 +258,7 @@ - [ ] Prepare to send to advisor **✅ WEEK 3 MILESTONE**: Complete, readable thesis ready for feedback -**Target hours**: 6-8 hours +**Target hours**: 8 hours --- @@ -272,7 +272,7 @@ - [ ] Verify formatting against WUT requirements **Goal**: Thesis sent for review, self-review done -**Target hours**: 4-6 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -284,7 +284,7 @@ - [ ] Wait for advisor feedback **Goal**: Thorough proofreading of early chapters -**Target hours**: 4-6 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -296,7 +296,7 @@ - [ ] Check footnotes **Goal**: Advisor feedback addressed, more proofreading -**Target hours**: 4-6 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -311,7 +311,7 @@ - [ ] Verify title page information **Goal**: Complete proofreading, formatting verified -**Target hours**: 4-6 hours +**Target hours**: 4 hours --- @@ -324,7 +324,7 @@ - [ ] Run spell-check on English sections **Goal**: Final, clean PDF generated -**Target hours**: 4-5 hours +**Target hours**: 8 hours --- @@ -336,7 +336,7 @@ - [ ] Create backup of everything (thesis, source, data) **Goal**: Physical copies ready (if required) -**Target hours**: 3-4 hours +**Target hours**: 8 hours --- @@ -348,7 +348,7 @@ - [ ] Have submission checklist ready for tomorrow **Goal**: Ready for submission, peace of mind -**Target hours**: 2-3 hours +**Target hours**: 8 hours --- diff --git a/DEADLINE_GAMEPLAN.md b/DEADLINE_GAMEPLAN.md index df37ba4..07a32f5 100644 --- a/DEADLINE_GAMEPLAN.md +++ b/DEADLINE_GAMEPLAN.md @@ -267,14 +267,30 @@ ## 📋 Daily Work Guidelines ### Recommended Daily Schedule -- **Morning (3-4 hours)**: Heavy writing/data analysis -- **Afternoon (2-3 hours)**: Technical work (LaTeX, figures, coding if needed) -- **Evening (1-2 hours)**: Review, planning, light editing +**Weekdays (Mon-Thu)**: 4 hours focused work +- Choose your most productive time block (morning OR afternoon) +- Minimize distractions during this time + +**Weekends (Fri-Sun)**: 8 hours per day +- **Morning session (4 hours)**: Heavy writing/data analysis +- **Afternoon session (4 hours)**: Technical work (LaTeX, figures, coding if needed) ### Total Time Commitment -- **Weeks 1-2**: ~8 hours/day (56 hours/week) - CRITICAL PERIOD -- **Week 3**: ~6 hours/day (42 hours/week) - POLISHING -- **Week 4**: ~4-6 hours/day (28-42 hours/week) - FINAL TOUCHES +- **Week 1**: 40 hours - CRITICAL (Performance data collection) + - Mon-Thu: 4 hrs/day × 4 = 16 hours + - Fri-Sun: 8 hrs/day × 3 = 24 hours +- **Week 2**: 40 hours - CRITICAL (Analysis writing) + - Mon-Thu: 4 hrs/day × 4 = 16 hours + - Fri-Sun: 8 hrs/day × 3 = 24 hours +- **Week 3**: 36 hours - POLISHING + - Mon-Thu: 4 hrs/day × 4 = 16 hours + - Fri-Sat: 8 hrs/day × 2 = 16 hours + - Sun: 4 hours (lighter) +- **Week 4**: 28 hours - FINAL TOUCHES + - Mon-Thu: 4 hrs/day × 4 = 16 hours + - Fri-Sat: 6 hrs/day × 2 = 12 hours + +**Total: 144 hours over 29 days (average 5.0 hrs/day)** ### Productivity Tips 1. **Start each day by reviewing yesterday's progress** diff --git a/PLANNING_README.md b/PLANNING_README.md index 3f89e0f..fcc6c55 100644 --- a/PLANNING_README.md +++ b/PLANNING_README.md @@ -69,7 +69,7 @@ This repository contains **6 comprehensive planning documents** to guide thesis **When to use**: Reference for big picture **Key content**: - Week-by-week breakdown with goals -- Total time commitment (179 hours over 29 days) +- Total time commitment (144 hours over 29 days) - Risk mitigation strategies - Success criteria and checkpoints - Motivational content and tips @@ -125,7 +125,7 @@ This repository contains **6 comprehensive planning documents** to guide thesis │ • Create graphs and comparison tables │ │ • Write Chapter 5 (200+ lines) │ │ • Expand Chapter 4 (150+ lines) │ -│ Target: 58 hours (8 hrs/day average) │ +│ Target: 40 hours (4hrs Mon-Thu, 8hrs Fri-Sun) │ └───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ ┌───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ @@ -135,7 +135,7 @@ This repository contains **6 comprehensive planning documents** to guide thesis │ • Write Chapter 7: Comparison (150+ lines) │ │ • Write Chapter 8: Conclusions (120+ lines) │ │ • Finalize Chapter 4 │ -│ Target: 49 hours (7 hrs/day average) │ +│ Target: 40 hours (4hrs Mon-Thu, 8hrs Fri-Sun) │ └───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ ┌───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ @@ -146,7 +146,7 @@ This repository contains **6 comprehensive planning documents** to guide thesis │ • Create appendices (4 appendices) │ │ • First full compilation and review │ │ • Fix all identified issues │ -│ Target: 40 hours (6 hrs/day average) │ +│ Target: 36 hours (4hrs Mon-Thu, 8hrs Fri-Sat, 4hrs Sun) │ └───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ ┌───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ @@ -157,7 +157,7 @@ This repository contains **6 comprehensive planning documents** to guide thesis │ • Final proofreading │ │ • Verify formatting │ │ • Print and bind (if required) │ -│ Target: 32 hours (5 hrs/day average) │ +│ Target: 28 hours (4hrs Mon-Thu, 6hrs Fri-Sat) │ └───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ 🎯 Feb 10: SUBMIT THESIS! @@ -171,9 +171,9 @@ This repository contains **6 comprehensive planning documents** to guide thesis Without performance data from NVIDIA Nsight, there is no empirical thesis. Week 1 cannot be delayed or compromised. Focus all energy on data collection. ### 📊 Daily Consistency Beats Occasional Intensity -- 6-8 hours/day in Weeks 1-2 (critical writing period) -- 4-6 hours/day in Weeks 3-4 (polish and finalize) -- Total: ~179 hours over 29 days (average 6.2 hrs/day) +- 4 hours/day on weekdays (Mon-Thu) +- 8 hours/day on weekends (Fri-Sun) +- Total: ~144 hours over 29 days (average 5.0 hrs/day) ### 📝 Use the Planning System - **Morning**: Check `DAILY_CHECKLIST.md` (3 min) @@ -274,7 +274,7 @@ By February 10, you will have created: 1. **60% already complete** - Games built, interviews done, most chapters drafted 2. **Clear plan** - Every day has specific, achievable tasks -3. **Sufficient time** - 179 hours over 29 days is more than enough +3. **Sufficient time** - 144 hours over 29 days is more than enough 4. **Strong foundation** - Your research is solid, just needs final execution 5. **Support system** - Advisor, planning docs, and your own determination @@ -360,7 +360,7 @@ You have: What you need: - 🎯 Focus and consistency -- ⏰ 6-8 hours/day for 4 weeks +- ⏰ 4 hours/day (weekdays), 8 hours/day (weekends) - 📝 Follow the plan - 💪 Believe in yourself diff --git a/README_START_HERE.md b/README_START_HERE.md index df577d6..1496a7a 100644 --- a/README_START_HERE.md +++ b/README_START_HERE.md @@ -78,16 +78,20 @@ Week 4 is buffer time and final submission prep. ### Best Schedule: ``` +Weekdays (Mon-Thu): 4 hours 09:00-09:15 Check DAILY_CHECKLIST.md, plan your day -09:15-13:00 DEEP WORK (hardest task of the day) +09:15-13:15 DEEP WORK (4 hours focused work) + OR +14:00-18:00 DEEP WORK (4 hours focused work - if afternoon works better) + +Weekends (Fri-Sun): 8 hours +09:00-09:15 Check DAILY_CHECKLIST.md, plan your day +09:15-13:00 DEEP WORK SESSION 1 (4 hours) 13:00-14:00 Lunch break (actually rest!) -14:00-17:00 Technical work (LaTeX, figures, data) -17:00-17:30 Short break -19:00-21:00 Light work (editing, review, planning) -21:00+ REST (don't work too late!) +14:00-18:00 DEEP WORK SESSION 2 (4 hours) ``` -**Total**: 6-8 hours of focused work per day +**Total**: 4 hours/day weekdays, 8 hours/day weekends ### Pomodoro Technique (Highly Recommended): - Work: 25 minutes of pure focus @@ -327,7 +331,7 @@ Each week has a clear goal. Each day has specific tasks. You just need to: 3. Do the work **Consistency beats intensity.** -6 hours every day for 29 days = 174 hours of work +5 hours average per day for 29 days = 144 hours of work That's MORE than enough to finish a master's thesis. --- diff --git a/VISUAL_TRACKER.md b/VISUAL_TRACKER.md index 5396311..6acd260 100644 --- a/VISUAL_TRACKER.md +++ b/VISUAL_TRACKER.md @@ -145,32 +145,32 @@ Week 1 (Jan 13-19) - CRITICAL PERIOD ┌───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┐ │ M │ T │ W │ T │ F │ S │ S │ ├───┼───┼───┼───┼───┼───┼───┤ -│ 8h│ 8h│ 8h│ 8h│ 8h│ 8h│10h│ Target: 58 hours +│ 4h│ 4h│ 4h│ 4h│ 8h│ 8h│ 8h│ Target: 40 hours └───┴───┴───┴───┴───┴───┴───┘ Week 2 (Jan 20-26) - WRITING INTENSIVE ┌───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┐ │ M │ T │ W │ T │ F │ S │ S │ ├───┼───┼───┼───┼───┼───┼───┤ -│ 6h│ 7h│ 7h│ 7h│ 7h│ 7h│ 8h│ Target: 49 hours +│ 4h│ 4h│ 4h│ 4h│ 8h│ 8h│ 8h│ Target: 40 hours └───┴───┴───┴───┴───┴───┴───┘ Week 3 (Jan 27-Feb 2) - POLISH ┌───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┐ │ M │ T │ W │ T │ F │ S │ S │ ├───┼───┼───┼───┼───┼───┼───┤ -│ 5h│ 5h│ 5h│ 5h│ 6h│ 7h│ 7h│ Target: 40 hours +│ 4h│ 4h│ 4h│ 4h│ 8h│ 8h│ 4h│ Target: 36 hours └───┴───┴───┴───┴───┴───┴───┘ Week 4 (Feb 3-9) - FINAL ┌───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┐ │ M │ T │ W │ T │ F │ S │ S │ ├───┼───┼───┼───┼───┼───┼───┤ -│ 5h│ 5h│ 5h│ 5h│ 5h│ 4h│ 3h│ Target: 32 hours +│ 4h│ 4h│ 4h│ 4h│ 6h│ 6h│ 0h│ Target: 28 hours └───┴───┴───┴───┴───┴───┴───┘ -Total target: 179 hours over 29 days -Average: 6.2 hours/day +Total target: 144 hours over 29 days +Average: 5.0 hours/day ``` ---