diff --git a/docs/operate/hello-world/first-project/gazebo-setup.md b/docs/operate/hello-world/first-project/gazebo-setup.md
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@@ -10,6 +10,8 @@ date: "2025-01-30"
 
 This guide walks you through setting up the Gazebo simulation used in the [Your First Project](../) tutorial.
 
+**Time:** ~2 min
+
 ## Prerequisites
 
 - **Docker Desktop** installed and running
diff --git a/docs/operate/hello-world/first-project/part-1.md b/docs/operate/hello-world/first-project/part-1.md
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--- a/docs/operate/hello-world/first-project/part-1.md
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@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ date: "2025-01-30"
 
 **Skills:** Connect a machine to Viam, configure components in the Viam UI, configure services in the Viam UI.
 
-**Time:** ~15 min
+**Time:** ~10 min
 
 ## Prerequisites
 
diff --git a/docs/operate/hello-world/first-project/part-3.md b/docs/operate/hello-world/first-project/part-3.md
index 2740bd6265..c94559ce8f 100644
--- a/docs/operate/hello-world/first-project/part-3.md
+++ b/docs/operate/hello-world/first-project/part-3.md
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ date: "2025-01-30"
 
 **Skills:** Generate module scaffolding using the Viam CLI, experience with Viam SDKs, develop code iteratively against remote hardware
 
-**Time:** ~15 min
+**Time:** ~10 min
 
 ## What You'll Build