Pomodoro Timer

Developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s, the technique uses a timer to break work down into intervals, traditionally 25 minutes, separated by short breaks. It is designed to reduce the impact of internal and external distractions.

'Pomodoro' is the Italian word for tomato. The creator named the technique after the tomato-shaped kitchen timer he used to track his work sessions.

The traditional Pomodoro uses 25-minute work and 5-minute break intervals. However, you can adjust these durations in the settings to suit your personal concentration span (e.g., 50-minute work, 10-minute break).

Step away from your screen. Walk around, stretch, get a glass of water, or rest your eyes. Avoid checking social media or emails, as this does not give your brain a true break.

A typical productive workday contains about 6 to 8 complete Pomodoro cycles (focus + break). Don't force yourself to do more, as mental fatigue will decrease your overall work quality.