Organizing Research for a Side Project

Organizing Research for a Side Project

You’ve got a side project brewing, and you’re excited. But as you start gathering information, links, and notes, it can quickly get overwhelming. Sound familiar? I know that feeling all too well. If you want to keep your sanity and your focus, you need a solid system for organizing your research.

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The Chaos of Disorganization

When I started my own side projects, I often found myself knee-deep in a mess of tabs and scattered bookmarks. I’d stumble upon an article, save it, and completely forget about it. Days later, I’d be searching for that one genius idea I’d seen but couldn’t recall where I’d saved the link. This isn’t just frustrating; it's a huge productivity killer.

You need a way to gather all that information without losing track of what’s important. This is where a dedicated approach to organizing research comes into play.

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Creating Your Research Spaces

First things first: set up designated "Spaces" for your projects. With Markwise, you can create separate areas for each project you’re working on. This keeps everything related to a single project in one place. You won’t have to sift through unrelated links or notes.

Next, start using tags and categories. When you save a bookmark or a note, categorize it properly right away. This small step saves a ton of time later when you’re trying to recall specific details. You can also highlight important sections of web pages or articles, making it easier to find what you need at a glance.

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Using AI to Enhance Your Research

Let’s not forget how AI can simplify this whole process. With an AI-powered knowledge manager, your saved links are searchable by context, meaning you can find what you need faster. You won’t waste time scrolling through endless bookmarks.

If you save YouTube videos for your project, use the YouTube video highlights feature to capture the key moments. This way, you can return to the most relevant parts of a video without having to rewatch the entire thing.

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Take Action Today

It’s time to take control of your research process. Stop letting disorganization slow you down. Start using a tool that keeps your side project focused and efficient. Create your research spaces, tag your bookmarks, and utilize the AI features in Markwise to make your life easier.

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