How to Create a Product Roadmap in Coda

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Creating a Product Roadmap in Coda is a great way to visually organize your product plans, milestones, and timelines. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

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1. Click '+ Blank Doc' to start your product roadmap from scratch.
2. Give your roadmap a clear, descriptive name so your team can easily find it.
3. Click the + icon to add your first element to the document.
4. Type /table and select 'Table' to create the foundation for your product roadmap.
5. Create columns for essential roadmap information: feature names, status, priority, release dates, and owners.
6. Set up custom fields that reflect your specific product development workflow and priorities.
7. Now, type /timeline and select 'Timeline' view to visualize your roadmap chronologically.
8. Choose your previously created table as the data source for your timeline view.
9. Configure the 'Start Date' and 'End Date' fields to map your feature timeline from planning to launch.
10. Assign owners to each feature or milestone to establish clear responsibility and enable collaboration on updates.
11. Type /calendar and select 'Calendar' view to get a month-by-month perspective of your roadmap.
12. Link your existing roadmap table to this calendar view.
13. Define the 'Start date' and 'End date' fields to see your features and releases plotted directly on the calendar.
14. Your product roadmap is ready to shine. You now have table, timeline, and calendar views that keep everyone aligned on what's being built and when.