What is the Pomodoro Technique?
The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. It uses a timer to break work into intervals, traditionally 25 minutes in length, separated by short breaks. Each interval is known as a pomodoro, from the Italian word for 'tomato', after the tomato-shaped kitchen timer that Cirillo used as a university student.
How to use this timer:
- Choose a task: Pick something you need to get done.
- Set the timer: Traditionally for 25 minutes.
- Work on the task: Avoid all distractions until the timer rings.
- Take a short break: Typically 5 minutes. This helps your brain recharge.
- Repeat: After every four pomodoros, take a longer break (15-30 minutes).
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