Text & chat prompt
Scope a side project you can actually finish
Scope a side project you can actually finish: a free, copy-paste prompt for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste the prompt and replace each [BRACKETED] field with your own details.
The prompt
I want to build [PROJECT IDEA] in my spare time. I have about [HOURS] hours per week for [WEEKS] weeks and my skills are [SKILLS]. Define the smallest version that is still useful, list what to leave out for now, break the work into weekly deliverables, and name the three most likely reasons I will stall along with how to prevent each.
Pro tip: Cut the scope in half once more before you start; most side projects die from being too big.
How to use this prompt
- Open ChatGPT and start a new chat.
- Paste the prompt.
- Replace each [BRACKETED] field with your real details and paste in your own text where asked.
- Reply with follow-ups such as "make it shorter" or "make it sound more like me".
Prompt at a glance
- Category
- Text & chat
- Works with
- ChatGPT · Gemini · Claude
- Length
- 62 words
- Fields to fill in
- PROJECT IDEA, HOURS, WEEKS, SKILLS
- Last updated
Frequently asked questions
Which AI tools work with this prompt?
It is written for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.
What do I need to fill in?
Replace these fields before you send it: PROJECT IDEA, HOURS, WEEKS, SKILLS. Each field shows an example in the prompt.
Should I paste private information into the prompt?
Only what the task needs. Remove names, contact details and other sensitive data before pasting a resume or document into any AI tool.
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