Last semester I found myself struggling to manage a large
number of complicated projects in my classes. Ordinarily I have no difficulty
because, while some of the work involves learning new skills, much of what I
have to do requires using software and tools I already know. But last semester
was different. Last semester, every project involved new tools, resources, and
applications. My learning curve was incredibly steep. I knew I needed some help,
so I went looking for some project management software and I found Basecamp.
Basecamp is a web-based project management service that
makes it easy for people to collaborate and work together. It is a place to
assign tasks, create to-do lists, share files, have discussions, and keep track
of due dates. Everything is stored on Basecamp’s own servers, and can be
accessed anywhere at any time. If a user has a web browser and a device,
including a smartphone or tablet, they can use Basecamp.
I love Basecamp. I tested it with a 90-day trial membership
and liked it so much I became a subscriber. Basecamp is so simple to use. It
has a clean, intuitive design that makes it easy to navigate and find what you
want. I am able to organize my projects and to-do lists quickly and my
dashboard gives me information about any changes in my projects so I stay on
task. I also appreciate the email
updates I receive recapping the progress on my projects.
Basecamp offers online classes and tutorials to help users become
proficient in very little time. Additional tutorials are available to help you
with specific features, like adding people to a project. Overall, it is a
simple, efficient, and effective project management service.
