Solo developers or hobbyist programmers
Starting a new side project and need to capture initial feature ideas
Use cases
About
The 'my fancy sparetime project (MFSP)' mind map template is a project planning tool used by solo developers and small teams to organize feature backlogs, track releases, and maintain a clear product vision. It covers 30 nodes across 4 top-level branches: Vision, Backlog, Done, and Releases. The template includes specific features like 'The user can upload a picture for each record' and 'Multiple users can book on the same account'. This MFSP mind map template helps visualize project scope and progress at a glance. The MFSP cheat sheet is ideal for personal or hobby projects where simplicity and fun are key.
Terms and ConditionsWhen to use this template
Indie developers or small teams
Planning a small software release and want to track what's done vs. what's next
Product owners or UX designers
Brainstorming fun features for a personal app that emphasizes user delight
How to use this template
Step 1
Open and Define Project Vision
Open the template in Xmind and edit the Vision branch to clearly reflect your unique project purpose and goals.
Step 2
Customize Your Feature Backlog
Add or modify user stories in the Backlog branch to organize the specific features and requirements for your project.
Step 3
Track Progress and Manage Releases
Move completed tasks to the Done branch and update the Releases section with your specific version numbers and deadlines.
Frequently asked questions
The template includes 30 nodes organized into Vision, Backlog, Done, and Releases branches. It contains user stories, release versions, and a vision statement, all ready to customize for your own project.
Open the .xmind file in Xmind, then edit the Vision to match your project. Move user stories from Backlog to Done as you complete them, and add new releases under Releases.
Yes, the template is free to use and fully editable in Xmind (desktop, web, or mobile). You can add, remove, or modify any node to fit your project needs.
Use the Backlog as a to-do list, and move completed items to Done. Update the Releases branch to mark upcoming milestones. The visual layout helps you see what's left at a glance.
Absolutely. Replace the example stories like 'The user can upload a picture for each record' with your own features. The template is designed for easy editing.
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