My CS Online Journey

My educational goal in the Computer Science program is to become a skilled software engineer who can design and build innovative, efficient software solutions using both strong programming skills and AI tools responsibly. I want to complete my degree with a solid understanding of core computer science principles, such as algorithms, data structures, and system design, so I can solve complex problems without relying only on AI. After graduation, I aim to work on projects that improve people’s lives by combining creativity and technology, constantly learning new skills to stay ahead in the fast-changing tech world. This goal excites me because I see myself growing as a confident, adaptable developer who uses both traditional knowledge and AI to create a meaningful impact. My career goal is to be a software engineer who makes intelligent and helpful technology for people. I want to work at a company that uses AI and new tools carefully and responsibly. I want to grow as a leader who helps...

Part I I learned about Note Taking Techniques that can help me study better. Before, I just read the book and sometimes highlighted, but I didn’t remember much. This article taught me a better way to take notes and understand what I read. First, I should look at the title, headings, and pictures before reading. This helps me guess what the topic is and remember what I already know. Then, I read a small part of the text—not too much at one time . After reading, I stop and write the main idea in my own words. This helps me think about what I just read. I also learned that asking questions is important . I can ask, “What is this about?” or “Why is it important?” This makes me think more and understand better. If I see new words, I try to guess the meaning or look them up. The last step is to review my notes. This means reading my notes again later, maybe the next day. If I do this, I can remember the information longer. This method, Note Taking Techniques , really helps me to be...

Part 1: Review and Reflect Learning Strategy One of my strengths is making and revising a study schedule. I am good at planning my time and organizing my tasks, which helps me stay on track. I also do well at finding the main idea and important details when I read. This skill helps me understand the most important parts of the material. However, I need to improve in a few areas. Taking notes is hard for me because sometimes I write too much or miss key points. I also struggle with outlining textbooks since I am not always sure what to include. Another challenge for me is answering multiple-choice questions. Sometimes I overthink the answers and doubt myself. Part 2: Preview Time Management Skills Link:  https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KNpOCEeEtB0whGXmduCl-BP1txBSaqMnxBG3fvfV-AE/edit?usp=sharing Part 3: Project Management Basics I watched three videos about project management. They helped me understand important concepts. The first video was about the basics of project man...

Before the first week of my CS Online course started, I was happy to connect with my teammates early. I really enjoyed working with them. We shared ideas, created designs, and had fun being creative together. It was a great start, and working as a team helped us a lot. To be honest, when Week 1 of the course started, I was in Hawaii on vacation with my family. It’s not a usual way to begin a new class. At first, I wasn’t sure if it was a good idea. This course is very important to me because it helps me prepare for my future, and I didn’t want to fall behind. But at the same time, I knew that spending time with my family and making special memories in Hawaii was also important. So, I gave myself a challenge: Can I enjoy the vacation and still keep up with my school work? Here's a photo taken from my drone.  I’m really happy with how this course is set up . It has both group work and individual assignments. I enjoy working on my own because I can focus, but I also like working w...