Project Management 08: What is a Milestone? Understanding Significant Events in Project Schedules

In this video, we break down the critical difference between milestones and task duration in project management.
You will learn the core definition of a milestone: a significant event or achievement that marks a key point or the completion of a major deliverable within your project. We also discuss task duration, which refers to the specific amount of time required to complete necessary activities, such as the hours spent buying paint or taping a wall.
Key topics covered include:
• Defining Milestones: Understanding why major achievements, like having a permit approved or passing a certification exam, are considered milestones.
• Task Duration: How to calculate the time for specific activities needed to complete the work.
• The "Zero Duration" Rule: Why a task with zero duration on a schedule (like a Gantt chart) is generally classified as a milestone, representing an accomplishment rather than the work itself.
Whether you are building a house or developing software, mastering these scheduling concepts is essential for tracking major events and significant achievements.

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