Education

My early education began in childhood. According to my mother, I would read encyclopedias, though I am uncertain about the accuracy of this claim regarding “reading.” She mentioned that I discussed with her the topics I encountered in these encyclopedias, suggesting that my curiosity may have originated there.

However, focusing on my education related to computers and technology, it began during my teenage years when I spent time at Radio Shack exploring the TRS-80 model computer. During this period, I dedicated hours to learning how to program the computer to perform various tasks, ranging from printing my name across the screen to generating basic computer graphics using sprites.

Subsequently, my computer education experienced a downturn as I lacked the opportunity to further teach myself until my stepfather introduced me to his early IBM PC. At that point, I endeavored to learn more about coding and began to familiarize myself with basic programming and database concepts, although I did not delve deeply into them.

My introduction to computers came to a temporary halt for about 10 years, when in 1995, I discovered a significant collection of computer magazines, including PC Magazine and PC World, among a few others that I do not recall offhand. I diligently read through these magazines, absorbing information regardless of my initial comprehension. Through persistent reading, I eventually started understanding some of the previously elusive concepts.

Eventually, I enrolled in college and took multimedia communications courses, where I gained proficiency in Microsoft Office, the Adobe suite, and several Macromedia programs available at the time. It is worth noting that Macromedia has since been acquired by Adobe.

Additionally, my self-education included reading and hands-on experience. I learned various skills, from coding in HTML to computer repair and maintenance. Over the years, I have kept my skills updated in Microsoft Office by taking vocational classes for Microsoft Office 2003, 2007, 2010, 2013, and most recently, 365. My latest certification in Microsoft Office is for the 2013 version. I also worked as a teacher’s aide in the vocational classes for the 2007 and 2010 courses. Furthermore, I completed a class in cabling technology aearned a C-Tech certification in cabling technology.

In 2022, I self-studied for the A+ certification using the McGraw Hill book for A+ certification written by Mike Myers and the resources available on his website.

At present, I am focused on broadening my expertise in various domains. My current emphasis is on multimedia communications and content creation. This endeavor involves acquiring a thorough understanding of YouTube’s operations, particularly its algorithm and overall functionality. Currently, I am dedicating significant effort to learning about cinematography and video editing. Ultimately, my objective is to attain a comprehensive understanding of digital content creation and strategies to enhance its discoverability.

In addition to my multimedia pursuits, I have been delving into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. The capabilities of AI have constantly amazed me, from its ability to process and analyze vast amounts of data to its potential in creating art and automating complex tasks. Each day, I discover new applications and innovations that AI brings to various fields, and I am eager to continue exploring and harnessing its incredible potential for both personal and professional growth.