Web based applications for GTD?

[Anonymous]

I have been using Quickbase (www.quickbase.com) to create custom simple web based apps for keeping track of things prior to becoming aware of GTD. I am now in the process of implementing GTD and wanted to get feedback from folks who may have a had a similar need for a web based tool.

Basically, I bounce between several computers and need a tool that I can get too where ever, the only solution has been a web based app.

Anyone experience a similar requirement? Suggested solutions?

[stargazer_rick]

I wasn't familiar with Quickbase before you mentioned it, but I did take a quick look at it.

If you are the only one using this, and you aren't using this to share information with a group, have you considered using a Palm handheld? I sync my Palm at work and at home, so I have documents and information with me at all times, even for all three businesses that I am active in.

By the way, I'm a web developer so I understand wanting to use the web, but the Palm really is a great tool. There is even a discussion forum where we discuss implementing GTD on the Palm:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Getting_Things_Done/

Good luck!

Thanx,
Ricky

[Anonymous]

I think Rick meant to post this link

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GtD_Palm/

[remyc88]

if you check out this post

http://www.davidco.com/forum/viewtop...;highlight=com

this guy tried doing something like it.

I'm not sure if it's operational right now though... so I guess this doesn't really help.

[stargazer_rick]

lwbecker2 - Thanks! That's what I meant.

[Anonymous]

I agree that a Palm is the best way to have your task lists, calendar, contacts, notes, and e-mail with you at all times. You can synch it to your computer and on-line at the same time. I used to use Yahoo's service to do this.

I also use my palm for e-mail on the road. I have a Trea 300 with Snapper Mail. Although I have not seen the e-mail application that comes factory-installed on the Treo 600, Snapper Mail is the best e-mail application for the Treo (or any Palm OS handheld for that matter) that I've used. Eudora is free and full-featured, but Snapper Mail handles attachments better and has sylus-free navigation features that I like and I find its interface easier to read.

One this is missing: Snapper Mail doesn't support IMAP. Does anyone know of an e-mail app for the Palm OS that supports IMAP? I've set up my e-mail reader (Mozilla Thunderbird) based on David Allen's books and the tips on his website. IMAP accounts are better than POP accounts for setting up e-mail folders as action lists, because the email stays on the server and can be accessed from multiple locations. With my Palm I have to use POP3 to access my account. That means I download the messages , but leave copies on the server. So I cant sort my e-mail by next action on my Palm and have that reflected when I access my mail on my desktop.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

[mochant]

iambic (the makers of Agendus) have a standalone mail app that supports IMAP. It's built into Agendus. I believe Palm's VersaMail app also does IMAP.

[peaston]

Thanks, I will check out those programs. I really like Snapper Mail's GUI and they are working on a new version that supports IMAP, but I might consider another program until Snapper Mail releases its new version.

[Anonymous]

Sorry, delete my message.

[me_brown1110]

If you're just after something to hold your project and action lists, try onlinehomebase.com. It's a web-based notepad.

From the site:
"OnlineHomeBase offers unique features. For instance: OnlineHomeBase actually "understands" what you mean when saving a phrase like "Remember to call John;; Monday at 3pm" (it will know to email you the phrase at the specified time). OnlineHomeBase let's you create easy-to-remember Web addresses that can be used for sharing OnlineHomeBase sheets in read-only or read/write mode (see www.onlinehb.com/mygrocerylist/ for example). It's useful for group collaborations."

It can be pretty useful for sending yourself email reminders, though I've had hit/miss luck with that feature. I keep directions to my house in it so I can email them to whoever is visiting.

You can use it for free before deciding whether to pay $3/month for extra features.