What did you enjoy about our class and how will you apply your new skills into the world?

I really enjoyed being in this class this semester. I liked how fun and creative things were and how interactive everything was. (I enjoyed the memes on everyone’s weekly blogs the most). With the class now over I think, I’ll use my newly acquired skills to look at things more creatively and to find ways to make boring tasks more fun and exciting and less of a drag.

I hope that future courses I take have the same type of freedom when it comes to assignments. The feeling of being able to really make something your own.

You learned how to build a website, will you maintain and keep up your new website? If so, how? If not, Why not?

I enjoyed building my website and I really like where it is at right now. After the class is officially over I’m thinking about turning it into a website specifically for my gta content. I’ll also have to consider new themes and ways to make my website more fun and appealing.

 

Overall I still think I am in the B-ish range but my constant overthinking makes me feel like I should expect a C. Honestly I’ll just be happy to pass, as I know most of my posts were late.

I think I’ll wrap up my monologue here, but before I do, I’ll link all my previous posts. Assignment 1, Assignment 2, Assignment 3, Assignment 4, Assignment 7, Assignment 8, Assignment 9, Assignment 10 Part 1, Assignment 10 Part 2.

Thank you and have a nice summer.

I have learned a lot taking ct 101 from how to run a blog to even making a customizing my own website. I had a lot of fun making my own memes using sites like giphy, and imgur as well as using Ds106. I even learned about websites like mmm.com and reclaimhosting.com. I made sure to show up to class and work on my next blog post. Even on the days I was absent I still made sure to keep up with what happened in class. I think for that reason I should get a B+. Overall I love that this class gives full creative controll to students to express their intrest.

I wasn’t able to work on my website as much as I would have like to. My other classes as well as outside responsiblites took over a lot of my semseter as well as having some issues with not being able to access my website for awhile. I do want to customize my website and

I really did enjoy this class and I’m glad i took it. Here is a list of all the assignmets I did:

Assignment #1 what makes me happy on the internet

Assignment #2 

Assignment #3 memes are art?

Assignmet #4 Passion

Assignmet #5 ds106

Assignment #6 Digital Immediacy

Assignment #7 Mid semester recap

Assignment #8 Domain name 

Assignment #9 Domain registering process

Assignment #10 Final blog post

We have made it to the end I just wanted to say thank you so much Professor Ryan for everything you taught us and everything we talked about. The conversations in class and your funny jokes will be missed and I can’t wait to see you again in another class. I truly loved and enjoyed this class I loved learning how to make fun blog posts and how to make stories with only memes thanks giphy 🙂

I also wanted to say thank you to you guys for even taking the time to read these posts I made I mean I don’t know how many were actually read but I know I enjoyed reading everyone’s posts I also want to apologize to the people that send me comments but I never answered I just wanted to say you are appreciated.

I truly wish I would have had the time to give this class the attention it truly deserved but I do feel like I will come back once and a while and just post random stuff for fun because I would love to take advantage of the site our wonderful creative professor introduced us to. I also know that I want to do something with my domain website I will do something better than what you all saw and when I do I’ll come back here and post it. For now, just click the hyperlink I have there and check out what I have. Take everyone it was wonderful to be in the same class as all of you and hopefully, if we see each other on campus let’s talk regardless it was an amazing class farewell, everyone. HAVE A WONDERFUL SUMMER!!!

NOW LET’S HAVE A THROWBACK TO MY ORIGINAL POST THAT’S ALL FOLKS!!!

Finally, I have made my website I wasn’t sure how to go about it and if I am being honest I am not too proud of what I have but something is better than nothing. So let’s start.

I am starting with blogs and truly immersing the mushroom cat character I want to add more to it but I am still figuring out how the website works.

I tried to make it fun as simple and bland as it looks but I wanted to add something like socials so people can feel like let’s see what this buff cat gets up to. Then the link that would show would be the adventures mushroom cat goes on. The recommendations would be a link where people can interact with him and every other day the question would change so he can interact more with his followers.

This part would change frequently or be added showing places where he goes and showing beautiful sites that people can take in hoping that others could do the exact same thing as him go out in the world and explore.

This final part would be random posts that he feels he would want to talk about. I decided to talk about the 3DS since mushroom cat is an amazing pro gamer. That’s all I did I hope it was enjoyable if am being honest I tried with the time I had left which I know isn’t excusable but I did my best. Other than that I truly loved this topic and most def will be playing around with the website on my own time. Now we have reached the end game next post will be the final one. See you guys there.

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

Honestly speaking, I thought CT 101 with Professor Ryan Seslow was just going to be another useless computer class, like the ones I’d taken back in middle and high school. Plus, I was confused as to why my schedule labeled CT 101 as an Online Synchronous course (or Hybrid, I honestly forgot which one it was…), but then Professor Seslow was sweet enough to clear up the confusion in an email, and in person, and explain to his students that the course is fully in person. Thanks, Ryan!

Did I like hearing about the course and its creative content? How did it make me feel?

When I learned more about the course and its creative content, I was excited to delve deeper into the world of Digital Storytelling. Of course, in the beginning, I was so confused about how, and where, to start… If I was even going to succeed, and if I was even going to like the class as a whole as time went on. But the more I attended the short lectures and worked with my peers, the more I started the like the class. Now, I think of this class as a fun elective, a class to give me a break from my usual workload in my Major required classes!

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

I feel like CT 101 is much calmer than my other classes so far. It focuses more on the online aspect, and it’s about students expressing themselves through the internet. My other classes are more centered around facts than opinions, so this is a nice break from the monotony of memorization, books, and concrete facts.

I know that the semester is about to end, and I’m upset that I probably won’t be able to take CT 101 again in the future, but at least I can say I was able to experience it and tell my friends about what I did.

What are the creative potentials of this class?

In order to fully realize their creative potential in the digital sphere, people often enroll in CT 101, a course that combines technology and creativity. In order to promote creativity and support a thriving community of digital artists, this short post highlights CT 101’s transforming potential. Join me as we explore CT 101’s seemingly endless creative potential.

Digital Tools as Creative Mediums: In CT 101, students are introduced to a wide range of digital tools and programs that serve as platforms for artistic expression. Students are given the freedom to play with these tools and stretch their imaginations, whether they are video editing programs like Premiere Pro or graphic design software like Photoshop and Illustrator. The course promotes experimentation with different digital mediums, opening up a plethora of new opportunities for artistic expression.

Remix Culture and Mashup Art: CT 101 welcomes the idea of remix culture and encourages students to build on preexisting materials to produce something fresh and original. Students create original works of art by remixing and mashuping (is that a word?) various components, images, and ideas. This encourages students to discover the creative potential in recreating and repurposing previous works and develops a culture of cooperation, inspiration, and creativity.

Interactive Experiences and User Engagement:  CT 101 highlights the necessity of building interactive experiences that attract and fascinate people. Students are urged to create engaging websites, video games, or other digital works. This emphasis on interactivity builds a closer connection between the artist and the audience, allowing for the development of immersive and unforgettable digital experiences.

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

My final thoughts on this class and learning new skills that use internet tools is that innovation and creative discovery are stimulated by CT 101. The course unleashes people’s limitless creative potential by combining technology with creative expression. We are given the means to break down barriers and embark on transformative creative journeys via the use of digital tools, remix culture, multimodal storytelling, interactive experiences, and a supportive community in CT 101. Whether you’re a digital artist, storyteller, or simply interested in the beginning of creativity and technology, CT 101 opens the door to a world of limitless possibilities where your imagination knows no bounds! So go out there, and prosper!

Before I leave, check out this GIF I made of a dancing cat!

For this project, I actually chose 2 projects from the DS106 Assignment Bank that I was a bit familiar with  – one considerably more than the other. One project was focused on writing and the other focused on creating a visual element.

As a humanities major writing comes naturally, so expressing myself was a breeze. This first project was a Self-Wellness Check – which I’m sure we all need this semester. The instructions were pretty simple and I honestly needed a mental check-in. There has been a lot going on in my personal life and while the gym tends to be my preferred emotional release, sometimes it does help to write things down. Journaling has tons of benefits for your mental health. Here’s an article with a few advantages, if you’d like more information from a trusted source.

To get in the right headspace, I put my favorite playlist on and found a quiet spot to reflect. I tapped into my inner Lofi girl and got to work. Here’s how I answered the questions:

1. What worries me most about the future?

Indecision. I am a terribly indecisive person. I don’t have a specific passion or know “what I wanna be when I grow up”. Even though I am aware that I can just try things out and figure it out over time, I constantly fear that I will make the wrong choice. Especially with my time in college coming to an end soon, the pressure is unbearable when it comes to planning my future.

2. What am I doing about the things that matter most in my life?

Right now, I think I am taking inventory and nurturing the things  I care about most. I feel like I  am in a space where I am figuring out my values and what I care about. And as I have a hard time deciding what these things are, I am trying to take care of each piece as best I can, whether that be my friendships or my health.

3. What do I want most in life?

What I have always wanted in life is to be satisfied and happy with myself wherever I am in life. This is not to say I am unhappy currently, but I don’t want to ever feel uneasy about my lifestyle or my path. This is becoming increasingly difficult as a young 20-something trying to explore independence in New York City.

4. When did I last push the boundaries of my comfort zone?

The last time I pushed myself outside of my comfort zone was in my swim class. This semester I have transformed from someone terrified of drowning to a pretty decent swimmer. A feat I hadn’t yet concurred was diving. Though I am pretty confident in my swimming, diving was a whole new beast. This past weekend we practiced diving into the 14ft end of the pool without life vests. For reference, I am a cool 5 feet 7 inches, so 14ft is a huge jump. I was the last to jump in and I was so scared my toes gripped the edge of the diving board for dear life before I went airborne. The initial splash made my heart race as I sank deep into the pool. After a few seconds of panic, my body floated to the top and I swam to safety faster than I ever had before. It wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be and taught me that sometimes in life you just have to dive in and see for yourself, or you’ll never experience change! Below is a visual representation of what I thought would happen, but I am happy to report that I am just fine.

5. What goals do I need to have to get where I want to be?

I need to aspire to better discern what I can and cannot control in life, find happiness in the things I do on a daily basis, and create space for myself and others to feel safe in figuring things out.

Moving onto the second project, I chose to focus on creating a visual. I love art but don’t have much experience making it virtually. Here are the instructions I followed. For this project, I used Canva, an application I have used once or twice for group projects but never on my own.

I looked through the array of templates for inspiration. A travel ad caught my eye the most. As a college student, it can be hard to have a fun-filled summer since travel could be so expensive. I decided it could be fun to visually advertise a staycation while verbally telling people they can travel the world. New York is the perfect city for this, since you could probably find every culture here.

Assignment 1 – The Internet’s My Happy Place

Currently, on the internet, one thing that is making me happy (and that has been keeping me happy/calm for these past few weeks) is those ASMR videos online, on YouTube.  I find them to be very relaxing, and they help me a lot.

Stress Reduction and Relaxation: ASMR videos have been found to be quite successful in lowering stress levels and promoting relaxation. These videos are frequently characterized by soft whispers, pleasant sounds, and calming sights. As a result of the skillfully created sound and image combinations used to create ASMR content, people can relax and escape from the stresses of daily life.

Enhanced Sleep Quality: Many people experience difficulties regarding their sleep, like insomnia or difficulties falling asleep. ASMR has been known to be a potential sleep aid. Individuals who watch ASMR videos might experience a more profound state of relaxation, which assists in falling asleep and enhances the quality of their sleep.

Management of Anxiety and Mood: Individuals who suffer from anxiety or mood disorders often find that ASMR is an effective tool to alleviate the symptoms they are experiencing. ASMR triggers’ soothing quality can generate a sense of relaxation, reduce anxiety levels, and provide a brief break from unwanted thoughts. ASMR has also been shown to trigger the release of endorphins, which can assist enhance mood and produce a sense of overall well-being.

What didn’t I enjoy about this class? I’m experiencing a whole new side of social media. Learning the ins and outs of website creation. During the course, I found the process of building a website to be very interesting. The idea of creating something from scratch and seeing it come to life was very exciting. I also learned how to use different tools such as WordPress, plugins, and other tools in order to create a website that was visually appealing and functional.

My new website-building abilities will come in handy in a variety of areas. For instance, I may utilize them to design websites for companies or I can aid others who wish to build blogs or display their work by utilizing my talents. With my gained expertise, I’m sure I’ll be able to design websites that are suitable for any purpose and appealing to the eye.

One of my greatest achievements in this class is my website g3ni3.net  

I give a little info on my website and what to expect, it definitely needs some shapping but I’m satisfied for now.

If you head back to the main page and press photography you’ll find an empty picture book. Here I plan on posting any pictures I take or things I create as well as any photos used in my blogs. Sometimes I end up with a photo album full of different pictures that have nowhere to go and nowhere to be seen, this is the perfect place to showcase my work and what interest me as well as any cool things I find.

 

From the main page, there are now new “behind the scenes” options that let visitors into my thoughts and previous blog post to see how this website came to be.

I believe I deserve a grade between a B+ to a B, I’ve shown improvement throughout the semester, tried my hardest on all assignments, and while I was far behind schedule my understanding and knowledge are shown through my weekly blog post, which will be linked below.

Something that made me happy on the internet this week is listening to one of my favorite artists, Summer Walker’s new Ep called Clear 2. This is a continuation of her first Ep. After eagerly awaiting, she dropped her ep. While listening to the Ep, it really felt nostalgic and reminded me of the music she made when she first came out as an artist. 

The first song that attracted me to Summer Walker is called CPR, which was a part of her first Ep called Clear. Hearing the song was like a breath of fresh air which is ironic being that the song is called CPR. But hearing this new Ep showed how much she’s grown in her music without straying away from her distinctive sound. Here’s the song CPR from her first Ep, Clear.

You all know that I decided on my domains name but now it was time time to start actually making the domain itself. To be honest I have no idea what I want to do with my domain but for now, I think that I am going to use it as a space where I can put things that I like or just a place where people can come together and feel like a community.

It was a pretty simple process to start making the domain itself I am excited to see what I can get so let’s get right to it and GET THIS STARTED. LETS GET BUFFMUSHCAT INTO BUSSINESS.

Here we are at the end of the semester I feel like it went by so quick.

I enjoyed working with new creative tools in this class such as Figma, Photopea, Giphy and WordPress. I will apply these skills if I do plan to take any digital art classes as electives in the future. If I get a job opportunity that allows me to work with design programs I definitely will refer to CT 101.

Yes, I did learn how to build a website and I am proud of it too. I do plan to maintain the website throughout the summer when I reminisce about the days of CT 101 ! Any photos, videos, or music I feel is worth sharing will my peers will be there up on my site.

Yafavva: A peek into some of my favorite things 

Hey everyone, I finally was able to complete my website and publish my first blog on it. http://yafavva.com

My website content will be focused on food, music, makeup and nail art. I put in a few images so far to give my audience a preview of what’s to come.  While I was editing the theme I decided to add a logo which ended up being a photo of myself. I hope my website gives my classmates some ideas on new foods to try, new music to listen too, makeup to try on, and even some cool nail art. 

When I heard we were making our own domains at first I was wondering what to do what to do???  but It came to me immediately I knew what I wanted to do you guys are most likely wondering as well if it came to him that fast what could it be?? COME ON NOW

So to start off I want to start from the beginning and explain myself. I was playing Roblox with my best friend we were on a Discord call and we were just chatting it up like normal. I decided I wanted to make a stupid funny-looking avatar so we went into this game where you can choose outfits for your avatar and then buy them if you would like to.

While I was choosing my character’s look I ended up with a buff cat wearing a mushroom hat and a shirt that has a cute duck holding a knife. I decided to call him Mushroom Cat and ever since he’s been my mascot in a way the pfp I have on this website is Mushroom Cat. My online friend from south Africa made it for me and I’ve used it ever since.

The character you are seeing here is MUSHROOM CAT. This is why I decided with my domain name as BuffMushCat only because somehow Mushroomcat was taken I won’t lie it’s got me salty but IT’S OKAY I GUESS I still like BuffMushCat it’s funny. Alright that’s all for now