After attending class last Tuesday I was excited to play around with domain names. A domain name is basically a name that can be either suited for a business account or even for a fun website you’re making.

This is how I felt in my mind when the professor gave the assignment announcement during class. Also since it’s spring now I want to make this post more spring inspired. With the addition of pastel colors being added.

Some potential names I was thinking for a domain name include

• Threads and Headlines.org: This is my Instagram page, where I share material related to my internship. Threads, like the threads and needles used in sewing, and headlines, like the large font used in newspapers to indicate the subject matter of each article.
• TheJoiExperience.com:This one just so happens to incorporate my name. I believe that life is an experience, and I want to share it with all of you.
• JOI NOT JOY.net:The funny thing about this name is that, despite the fact that it ends with an i, some people mistakenly believe that my name is spelled like “joy”. It’s almost like a parody of my real name.
• TheFashionChronicle.com: I follow the Queens Chronicle newspaper, and I thought it would be cool to add my love for fashion in it as if I’m apart of it.
• Just That Girl. org: I sometimes catch myself saying “I’m just a girl” and in reality I am.

These five domain names randomly came to my mind while typing this at 12:43 in the morning. I got these ideas for my passion for fashion and journalism. I combined what both of them meant to me and here is what you see.

I would like my website to be almost similar to a Pinterest board on the app Pinterest. Pinterest is an app that has everything you could possibly image in real life, even down to the hair, makeup, and nail inso. Don’t worry it’s also male friendly as well. It one of my favorite apps.

Depop is also one of my favorite websites as well. It’s basically an online thrift store where you could sell your clothes to people all around the world. You could also buy things from vintage y2k to a piece nobody else has.

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Domain Name Registration, Hosting Set Up & WordPress Installation!

**Please read through this post carefully – it contains several steps and pieces of information.

***Here is the class recording from 4/9/24 – please watch – 

“The Journey Begins!”

*Individual student Coupon Codes for the domain name & web hosting set up will be shared in class on 4/9 – if you miss class, it will be e-mailed to you- be sure to check your York college e-mail address to get the code if you miss class (if you do not receive the code on the day that your class meets this week please e-mail me to let me know) – 

The coupon code can only be used 1 time – please do not attempt to use it twice.

We began talking about Domain Names and what role they play in creating a digital identity on the web (and as a part of this class.) If you missed that post, please be sure to check out our course schedule page under week #9 as it has context and will help make this next step a bit smoother. 

This week we are going to get started!

We are going to begin the process of registering a domain name and also setting up web hosting, which will allow you to put files up online that will be discoverable through your new domain name! We are going to use a form of ‘shared hosting’ where you get a portion of a server – think of it as having an apartment in a building. With this shared hosting you will be able to do a lot of things including installing your own instance of WordPress (**remember, this is NOT wordpress.com but the open source version of wordpress.org) so that you can start building your website for your domain name. I will walk you through the steps that are needed, please follow my exact steps.

We use a company called Reclaim Hosting, with which we have a contract with so you will enter a coupon code and start your account for free.

We chose this hosting company because they have a lot of experience working with students just like you, that are likely getting their first domain name and web hosting account. You will be creating an account just like you would with any online vendor with which you want to purchase something. So it’s not a ‘CUNY’ account, we’re just giving you the coupon code to pay for the year’s service. The service will last for 1 year.

You do not need to pay for anything, so please reach out if you have questions – rseslow@york.cuny.edu

With that said, you will need to provide a name, address, and phone number. Lets go to this sign-up page <— to get started with the domain name selection process.

1. First you will need to pick your domain name, make sure that it is available and make your selection to proceed. (I suggest sticking with the .com or .net extensions)

2. On the next page, check the ‘add ID protection box.’

3. On the next page you should see two items in your cart and a price of $45 with ID protection, you will then enter the needed information for your new account and provided the coupon code and validate it. (you will NOT be charged for this, its already included in the course.)

After you fill in your personal information, and select the payment “Invoice Only” option. (again, you will not be charged anything.)

6. Click the “Complete Order” button and allow for the transaction to go through. Please check your e-mail for your account information and a verification of your e-mail link. With your new account information, log-on to Reclaiming Hosting.

Shortly after setting up your account and registering your domain you must verify your account via e-mail by clicking on the link they send to you. (be on the look out for a series of e-mails from Reclaim Hosting)

7. YOU ARE NOW ALL SET AND READY TO START WORKING WITH YOUR NEW DOMAIN NAME AND WEB HOSTING ACCOUNT!

8. It’s now TIME TO INSTALL WORDPRESS. – I will begin the set up installation – You can refer to the video recording posted after class and follow the step by step guide to install WordPress correctly. 

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Assignment #9 – (you must complete part 1 before moving on to part 2 – After following along in our class this week and reregistering your domain name, setting up your web hosting account & installing WordPress – please publish a detailed blog post about the overall experience of registering your own domain, and setting up your web hosting account. Be sure to include screenshots, images, videos and hyperlinks for context. (as always)

Assignment #7 – Potential Domain Names

Now, what might my website be about, you ask? ˏˋ°•*⁀➷

Assignment #7 Domain Names

Domain names are names that you have ownership to that is suppose to represent yourself online.

Considering me personally, I’m not that great at thinking of multiple names that could be used. So with the help of Chatgpt to provide 10 examples of domain names I would consider.

1. ComicVerseUnleashed.com
2. HeroicPanel.com
3. InkedAdventures.com
4. GraphicNovelRealm.com
5. ComicChronicleHub.com
6. WhimsicalInkTales.com
7. ComicSagaJunction.com
8. IllustratedFableDomain.com
9. ComicRealmChronicles.com
10. DynamicPanelTales.com

Now that the names are out of the way. The idea I have behind this website are based on my enjoyment of comic books. So really sharing off comics that would be a good read and reviews all the ones I haven’t had a start on yet.

I was already very passionate about superhero films, which of course are mostly based on or referenced to comic that came prior. Doesn’t stop at hero comics though as many popular shows and movies have tons of comicbooks behind it.

One comicBook I finished recently was Daredevil: Yellow, it’s very entertaining and not as long of a run as many others.

Recently I’ve been on TikTok a lot on this one creator page he’s been depicting different scenarios with his mom and how his mom acts. It makes me laugh because I realized that everybody has the same mom my mom is actually exactly the same way and sometimes I show her these videos to see what she says. His name on tiktok is zzzachariah and he is absolutely hilarious.

Here’s the link to one of my favorite videos:

@zzzachariah

She bought the @Five Below amethyst eye patches. 🥰 Self care in the name of Gigi! 💖 #fivebelowparter #mom #momsoftiktok #momsbelike #relateable #comedy #fivebelow

♬ original sound – Zachariah

In the light of creating domain names that I think would best sum up the content of my website. It was not easy I must admit so I use some advice and hit up Chatgpt for some suggesting and after a little tweaking I came up with these:

• RenikaReportsHub.com
• RenikaInsights.org
• RenikaAntics.net
• RenikaDataDigest.com
• RenikaTrendsTracker.io
• RenikaInsider.com
• RenikaIntelligence.com
• RenikaTrendWatch.org
• RenikaHub.com
• RenikaLab.com

These domain names blend together my interests in vlogging and showing the interesting parts of my life, which will be reflected in the content I plan to share on the website.

I’m excited about this next chapter as a website owner because it’s an opportunity to document my adventures, experiences, and everyday moments through the medium of vlogging. It allows me to share my life with others, connect with viewers who may resonate with my content, and create a digital archive of memories to look back on in the future.

Me taking pictures everywhere I go

Just like my favorite vlogging websites, I aim to create a visually engaging platform with high-quality video content, easy navigation, and a welcoming community. One of my inspirations is LolaandNifemi  I absolutely love the dynamic of her storytelling and cinematic approach to vlogging.

I look forward to sharing my journey, adventures, and experiences with my audience through my vlogging website and creating meaningful connections along the way!

BYEBYE!

How am I doing in CT101?

I think I am doing pretty okay in CT101, only thing is that I am 2  assignments behind including this assignment due to setback in my workschedule, but i am attending my in person classes which keeps me motivated and curious. I actually found a interesting student blogpost on tips how to manage school and fulltime job that is helping me. https://blog.studentlifenetwork.com/2020/09/08/manage-school-full-time-job/

What have I learned and retained the most?

So far, I have learned though it is pretty easy to get around the internet when it comes to blogging and posting that it comes with some principles. Examples the importance of how to create hyperlinks, and why it is important. posting and blogging is not just writing about something but also to give reference.

What new skills have I developed , cultivated and displayed regularly in my weekly posts?

New skill I have developed are posting, blogging, learning about different ways of how to insert  to do research how to insert hyperlinks in different ways on youtube for different writing formats. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Cbo5dOf1ZU

What do I know now that I did not know before taking this class?

https://imgur.com/

What grade do I believe I am maintaining and why do I deserve that grade? 

A + for my honesty /A for my in person attendance/ B for being two assignments Behind/ A for digging this class.  so an A B+?

Do I see my weekly blogging work expanding creatively? If so, please explain why –  or am I stuck in a loop where my posts seem to look the same most of the time, how will I change that?

Yes i get more exited, each post. Sometimes I go with a mindset let me knock this out in a quickly but when i get to it, I find myself enjoying wanting to take time for it.

Are there any assignments that you are missing? If so, list them.

Past due: Assignment 5.  https://ct101.commons.gc.cuny.edu/digital-storytelling-project-flexibility-9/

Are you commenting regularly on your classmates posts? Are you responding back to comments given to you by the professor & your classmates?

On the professor yes, on classmates honestly, I can do better in that.

Come on!!! give me some grace to change……

Are you participating during the class time? If not, explain why.

Yes I usually make eyecontact and nod when you are speaking, And if any questions you ask us, I respond or ask question when I have any.

This is the time to be accountable. How will you make needed improvements?

Work on better time managment and Comment and engage more on classmates posts and follow suggestions from the feedback that I receive from my classmates. https://www.pinterest.com/getorganizedwiz/time-management/

I am doing great in CT 101. I have learned to create things I engaged in before knowing how to create them. Examples are meme-making, gif-making, and using other platforms to create that will be useful in the future. I never questioned how people made memes because I was not interested in making my own. You do not have to have connections to know special programs, now that I know there are free websites open for anyone to use.

I am maintaining an A+. I deserve this grade because other than attending class in person every time, I hand in quality work. Also, I take into account what the prof. says such as suggestions to improve my posts and I implement the advice to my posts. I always comment on my peers’ posts with engaging commentary or questions and I do not have missing assignments. I see my blogging expanding when it comes to creativity because I use better gifs geared toward what I say. I am not sure how I would improve since there is always room for improvement, so I am open to suggestions.

https://giphy.com/clips/therokuchannel-the-roku-channel-kevin-harts-muscle-car-crew-Cxbdxx4jRcLtmsUupH

I regularly comment on my classmates’ posts and I have responded to my prof.’s comments on my posts. However, I have not responded to my classmates after they responded to my post. However, I will go back and implement these comments so this is something I can improve on. I do not participate during class time as much, but I do here and there. I do not participate regularly because I put my attention to completing blog posts. However, I engage more during lab time since I stay for the duration of class time to continue working.

Assignment #3

Honestly, I wouldn’t believe it if someone told me their assignment was just making memes.

To begin with the question “Are Memes Art?”, I would consider them art since it’s a way for someone to express their thoughts and passions. Memes can be either targeted between one person or an entire group overall suppose to be enjoyable.

Here are some sites that agree with memes being a form of art.

Yes, Those ‘Memes’ You Keep Hearing About Are Art

Memes in Art

Opinion | Memes are a form of art not getting the recognition it deserves

Now creating memes I used the websites Imgur.com to be able to find decent images, then edit them using GIPHY. Of course another site that can be used is Make a Meme.

Assignment #2

What did you think on the first day of the CT101?

Well this very late from the first day of CT101, but I would say this seems like a very calming and interesting class with a professor who shows how passionate they are on the topic.

How does CT101 compare to some of your other classes so far?

Compared to my other classes CT101 is by far way less stressful to manage, nothing that would have us as students spending late nights trying to even complete one assignment.

This is actually a GIF I made to express myself with this question from the website Giphy

How do you feel about learning new skills that use Internet tools?

I find this great because honestly I’m mostly pretty terrible when it comes to computer stuff, but now I know how to hyperlink and how to make a creative and decent blog post.

         

 

Depending on the type of projects I do, should determine how many projects I do this semester. I say this because some projects can be a mixture of the assignment bank, requiring more skills and time. Also, the tools I should be using can require complicated steps. However, if the assignments are not a mixture of skills, then I would say I should do a couple of projects in the semester.

These skills are important because I can create projects of my own. As a result, I can create content that will benefit me by having viewers engage with my content. I can gain followers, likes, and business proposals because of the skills implemented in my work.

Previous Blog Posts:

Assignment 2

My Passion Assignment#4

Assignment #5

How am I doing in CT101?

I think I’m doing all right currently personally.

What have I learned and retained the most?

I have learned how to present myself on the internet in a humorous manner.

What new skills have I developed , cultivated and displayed regularly in my weekly posts?

I have cultivated the ability to find or create memes that represent the meaning of my current words or emotions.

What grade do I believe I am maintaining and why do I deserve that grade? 
I think I am currently maintaining a C grade.

Do I see my weekly blogging work expanding creatively? If so, please explain why –  or am I stuck in a loop where my posts seem to look the same most of the time, how will I change that?

I think my blogs are expanding creatively, two weeks ago I went an impassioned rant about how good Japanese tv shows for teens are.

Are there any assignments that you are missing? If so, list them.

I am missing Assignment 1 and 2.

Are you commenting regularly on your classmates posts? Are you responding back to comments given to you by the professor & your classmates?

No…but only because I forgot your supposed to apparently do that.

Are you participating during the class time? If not, explain why.

I am participating in class time.

This is the time to be accountable. How will you make needed improvements?

Try not to be forgetful about certain parts of the assignment.

5 – 10 domain names?! I don’t know about 10 but 5 ehh ill think of something, my brain needs to wake up.

So many names to think, I’m cornered HALP!!! Lol but nah in all seriousness I can’t think of any domain names BUT I had to ask ChatGPT for help (go figure smh anyways here is chatgpt hyperlink http://chat.openai.com)

Yeah I’m not a fan of using ChatGPT but if I need help for anything Ill take the suggestions (Quby is not happy with me for using it, sorry Qubyyy 🙁 )

ANYWHO um so these are the names that it suggested me:

1. QubyTech.com
2. QubySolutions.net
3. QubyInnovations.org
4. QubyLab.io
5. QubyDynamics.com
6. QubyEnterprises.net
7. QubyInsights.org
8. QubyTechSolutions.com
9. QubyInnovate.net
10. QubyDigital.io

These are 5-10 domain names which are about guess whooo….

That’s right it’s QUBY!!! 🙂

You must be asking why Quby?? Well it’s simple I want to make a Quby website filled about Quby n Friends and how he was made and how he relates to every situation we are in as well as feeling in every moment, I can tell Quby forgives me from earlier and is very happy to be around ya’ll!

Is it personal or business domain website? It’s personal because there are other websites that has Quby for business but for my website I want Quby to be personal and make everyone that visits our website to be happy 😀 (Yes I said our website because Quby is always helping me out regardless). I researched an Quby website to see what I can find and man oh man I found the perfect websites:

(hyperlinks are in the screenshots)

I simply searched on google and typed in quby websites and these are the results I saw which made me smile :D. These websites are business websites since there are NFTs, tokens, and games, I like it because it’s a really cool design and they’re very colorful and cute to see Quby in games!

For me I don’t really know how im doing in  my ct101 class to be honest .I had some trouble making my blog and when I finally made it, it was hard for me to catch up ,the work isn’t hard ,I just don’t have any motivation to do my work to be honest , I still push myself cause I need my credits ,so to be honest im just trying to push threw this class and all my other classes.

what I learned and retained the most is I can express myself without really having to use my words and use images instead  , if I don’t feel like writing a whole paragraph on how I feel. I can just use a meme instead it’s like a piece of art that says my feelings for me .

Some new skills I have learned to do is copy and paste on my computer don’t laugh but I never learned how to copy and paste on my computer fr I never had to use my computer until I had this course that forced me to learn to add my gifs to my assignments , if I never had this course I would never know how to copy n paste .        

 What I know about this class that I didn’t know before is that I can have a class  that isn’t just about books and im being able to use outside sources from social media that are current and fun to me. I wouldn’t really say im missing any assignments right now I’m just trying to catch up on my assignments and make sure I don’t fall behind on them.                                                                                                       

To be honest I don’t really comment on my classmates blog post that much anymore it’s like exactly when I finish my work I just want to close my computer and go to sleep . But I’ll try my best to start commenting more frequently .      

Of course everyone wants to maintain an A plus but to be honest I think I maintain an c plus or an b to be honest I say this since my attendance is low but I still do my work even if I don’t go to class.

Participating during class time I would say I do 50/50 some days I do some days I don’t I guess its just how I feel depending on the day and how interested I am in the lesson .                                                                                               

How I would make my improvements would be commenting more on my class mates post, and make sure im consistent with going to class .

Impact of Scar character on a child watching this movie, emotionally attached Simba’s character. 

Storytelling is my true passion. Growing up in the 90s, I witnessed the peak of digital storytelling. This era set the standard for presenting stories using colors, lighting, music, and captivating emotions, especially for children. Disney, with its innovative approach to storytelling, influenced me greatly. The release of “The Lion King” in 1994 left a lasting impact on me. The emotional depth of the story, particularly the burden placed on Simba’s young shoulders, was profound. looking back, It made me realize the power of storytelling to children and that certain scenes might been too emotional for them, where I feel that children might can develop certain habits and oppress truth because of blackmailed guilt from an adult. 

My passion for storytelling was nurtured by my immigrant parents from South America who worked in the digital manufacturing industry in Europe. My mother brought home videotapes of the latest movies every Friday that could not be sold because of minor errors, while my father, employed by Fujifilm, captured our family’s moments on camera. They instilled in me a love for stories, whether through films or books. My father encouraged me to read and write, often gifting me books on my birthdays. I spent hours in the library, immersing myself in stories.

These early experiences with storytelling fueled my creativity. Even in kindergarten, I would craft stories during creative sessions, illustrating them for the teacher or my mother to transcribe.

One of my many storytelling drawing as child. 

As soon as I could write, I filled every available paper with my thoughts, sometimes to the dismay of my parents when important documents were unintentionally used. At the age of 8, my mother gifted me an official creative book that I cherished until my teenage years, when it was discarded due to manipulative religious disapproval of my writing and drawings.

Despite this setback, storytelling remained a constant in my life. I delved into writing lyrical music and poems during my adolescent years, eventually returning to storytelling with fervor. My mom fondly recalls a story I concocted in kindergarten about our house being fire that was so convincing, the teacher believed it to be real sincerely approaching my mom about it. This memory, along with my mom’s preservation of my creative book from kindergarten, serves as a reminder of my storytelling roots.

Today, I continue to weave tales and create stories, writing a book, realizing that storytelling is not just a hobby but a true passion that has shaped my life. The power of storytelling, with its ability to evoke emotions and transport audiences to different worlds, remains my driving force.