Write each task, step or requirement, with its deadline, on a sticky note or index card.
Organize the sticky notes or index cards on a table by placing them in the order in which they need to be accomplished based on the deadlines. The deadlines will establish the timeline.
Check over the tasks, steps and requirements to make sure that you did not leave out any important ones. Add any tasks that might have been left out.
Number each task to create the order of the checklist.
Type the information into a word document processing program. You can display the information on a vertical or horizontal timeline with each task in the right chronological place along the timeline and a checkbox to mark when completed.
Or you can create a timeline checklist that is comprised of ordered steps with paragraphs describing the tasks as well as the deadline. The first task needing to be completed will be labeled #1 and first on the list. Add a check box either next to the number or at the end of the paragraph.