Hi! I'm also trying to keep my scope small, but I thought I'd have to miss out entirely cause I started university this year and, well, that's my focus. But the jam happened right between my first two trimesters, so I've got a little bit of time :) Good luck!
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It really can be a challenge fitting in gamedev around a busy life, especially in a game jam where you have a limited amount of time. Scope ends up being incredibly important, but I also find the restrictions give added focus provided I have the time to work during the jam.
Good luck with the jam and with uni.