My development in Math, Data & Computing has transitioned from Year 1, which was more theoretical (Physics, Calculus and Data Analytics) to more advanced, "out-of-the-box" applications.

In ‘Designing Connected Experiences,’ I advanced my skills in data foundry and the OOCSI network. I mastered the C++ and HTML code necessary to share real-time data streams, specifically using rotation angles from a physical interface to trigger responses in a digital record player puzzle. Furthermore, in ‘Intelligent Interactive Products,’ I am tackling the challenge of Machine Learning algorithms. Under tutor guidance and then individually, I learned to train models using an accelerometer and microphone data to make real-time predictions. My project involved a phone case to control when a user is texting or scrolling for too long. 

Furthermore, in my other chosen elective ‘Design Actuated systems’ I put to practice my mechanical design knowledge by designing individually a mechanical system which actuated a crank-slider with two force transformations in different axis, as well as conducting group work, which profounded my physics knowledge in a hands-on project.

For my B3.1 semester development in this expertise area was one of my main goals, in order to get a step closer to my vision. However, due to tight client deadlines, I was unable to develop M,D&C as deeply as I had hoped, as I expected a closer mentorship in technical roles and challenges and this resulted in not being possible. I realize I must take proactive ownership of my technical growth if I still want to work with data-driven design and mechanical design with creative aptitudes for combined outcomes.