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MobileGTD, a GTD application for Series 60 phones

I have written a GTD application for S60 phones. It's called MobileGTD and can be found on
http://code.google.com/p/mobilegtd/

It's very GTD centric and does not have a lot of extra functionality, but it does its job very well. Here is the description from the web page:

MobileGTD turns your Series 60 phone into a GTD notebook on steroids Features

  • Based on a simple file and directory structure (easy synchronization with PC)
  • Use your favourite file explorer to browse your actions
  • Usable as a simple inbox, allowing you to create projects on the fly
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Calendar in Moleskine Cahier

Calendar in Moleskine Cahier

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TOPICS: Lofi

Inbox zero evangelization?

I've been using Merlin's Inbox Zero techniques for many months now--processing, not checking. I like it and it's been helpful.

I'd like to talk about it at work, much like Merlin's Tech Talk, but I'm concerned that this is Merlin's livelihood and I shouldn't do more than point people to 43f and say "look at the inbox zero stuff, it's good." I don't think that I could get my work's training folks to license this.

Is there an appropriate way to present this useful tool? What's the happy medium?

Brian

Organize downloads in folders named by date (or, finally a practical use for launchd)

Organize downloads in folders named by date (or, finally a practical use for launchd)

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TOPICS: Mac OS X

Goal Tracker Widget?

Goal Tracker Widget?

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TOPICS: Mac OS X

To Merlin: About the Grip Tape for mbpro

Hey Merlin,

Can you please let us know how the grip tape worked on your macbookpro? Mine is a disaster and I've been looking for ways to protect it from external forces. I'm curious to find out where you put it and if it makes it too bulky or not.

TOPICS: Ask 43f

Suggestion for Documentation of Work

Suggestion for Documentation of Work

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TOPICS: Hacer

Hide your inbox!

Hide your inbox!

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How do you organize random crap?

How do you organize random crap?

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TOPICS: Life Hacks
 
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