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todo.txt is the simplest project management tool

I've used a lot of issue trackers and project management tools since I started doing software development in 2007.

Many come with a lot of features I don't use or make the software overcomplicated.

I prefer simple software that does it's thing well.

I manage my projects with a simple todo.txt file in the project directory that contains a list of my current and upcoming tasks.

I can quickly open or add to it as I work and don't need to open a browser and click through multiple screens to find what I need.

It works offline, so I don't need an Internet connection if I'm travelling or somewhere where there's no wifi or mobile connectivity.

I will use a more complicated tool if needed but a simple text file will always be my preferred option.

- Oliver

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I'm an Acquia-certified Drupal Triple Expert with 18 years of experience, an open-source software maintainer and Drupal core contributor, public speaker, live streamer, and host of the Beyond Blocks podcast.