Phase 1 — Systems learning: Front-load Pathoma + BnB + Sketchy Micro runtimes by system before heavy practice.
Phase 2 — Mixed review: Short video touchups plus daily spaced recall and steady practice blocks.
Phase 3 — Testing & taper: Place mocks near the exam window, keep buffer days, and lighten load.
What is factored
Start/exam dates, per-system runtimes (Pathoma, Boards & Beyond, Sketchy Micro), task type coloring (learning, practice, testing), and buffers around long systems and mocks.
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