id: 1422,2
title: Writing constraints that can help with different parts of the process.
date: 2022-08-27

Writing constraints that can help with different parts of the process.

Per WilsonrW1 some constraints that especially help in writing papers:

• Physical writing constrains in both speed and space—be thoughtful and succinct.
• Don’t edit while drafting.
• Separate an outline braindump from the outline. The braindump can be endless, but the outline must fit within ~4 pages. Drafts separate from those.
• Take drafts to a success or failure point and then regroup with notes—don’t tweak drafts indefinitely.