Wednesday, Dec 28: New Skills
What new skill do you want to add to your repertoire?
What new skill do you want to add to your repertoire?
Gees, there's so much I'd like to be able to learn over the next 366 days (remember - 2012 is a leap year), I'm not sure where to start. But, I'll try limit myself somewhat:
1. I would like an opportunity to really become adept at cascading style sheets (CSS). Now - hold up. I have 2 Masters degrees in computer-related programs, and I don't know CSS? While I do know the concepts of CSS, and have been able to use some of it, I think it's safe to say I've only scratched the mere surface of what I can do with it. If there's someone that would love to show me the CSS creative ropes, I'll be a willing student ready to put nose-to-grindstone.
2. I would like to improve my digital photography skills. OK, this one needs a little work. I have a Canon PowerShot S2 IS camera, which I've had for at least 4-5 years. It's a solid piece, though it's showing age. I've had many photographers (professional and semi-amateur) look at my shots and say I have potential. However, when it comes to aperture, F's, lens attachments, and all the associated terminology bells and whistles professional photogs know by heart, I'm a clueless wonder. I would really love to find a class or non-credit program, whereby I can learn these things.
2A. I would like to become more adept at Photoshop or Fireworks. I have a good base with Fireworks, since I've worked with that software for a while, but even still, I'm pretty confident I've only used < 25% of its full capability. Photoshop, to a lesser extent. Everyone says Photoshop is the all-powerful, all-everything, and yada-yada. For some people, that's awesome, but for me ... I don't think I need to be all-powerful, but much more knowledgeable.
3. I would like to learn how to physically build a computer.
All of my desktop & laptop computers have been purchased through a
store or online. Just once, I'd like to build my own computer - to my
own preposterously ridiculous specifications. I'm not a hardware expert
by any stretch, but I've installed memory, hard drives, video cards,
audio cards, etc. - how hard can it really be to put all the pieces
together and create a modern-day Frankenstein?
One last one ... non-computer related.
4. I would like to learn how to diet & exercise properly. Look, I'm not a picture of perfect health. I need to get better at maintaining a proper diet, and getting onto a regular exercise regimen. I think one of my current downfalls is that I'm unemployed, which means I currently have to watch my finances much more closely, which means eating cheaper (less healthier) food, and not joining a fitness club. A fitness club may not necessarily be required, but let's be honest - exercising with someone who will keep you motivated is better than no motivation whatsoever. If I get back to Indianapolis soon, I'd like to have some help. I also recognize losing weight is a long journey, not a quick fix ... It's time to get on the slow boat to China and get this thing going.
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So, that's my list of skills I hope to learn (or learn more) about in 2012. Any/All suggestions towards these are greatly welcomed! Until tomorrow ...
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