Monday, October 29, 2012

kat_2012.log (pre post year report)

I'm thinking about writing on how bad this year has been for me. Kobe once said that a season without a ring is a wasted season. However, I'm not Kobe. So instead of treating this year as a flop, I am making myself believe otherwise.
Let me start off with the fact that I received a MEMO, re: habitual tardiness, at work. I've always been a fan of clutchness and I like to challenge myself by getting to work right on the dot but last month I got the shock of my life. I found myself having a memo from the HR. (finding memo). So basically I got this paper that was signed by many bosses and it kinda says something like, "We have a new and stricter rule. Get your ass to work on time." I'm not saying that I didn't deserve it. I mean, you know how I roll.

And then there's the actual work. Hmm so I've been dealing with a new team and totally different projects. Everything has been unfamiliar. It's like I had to start all over again with my skills and exp level. I can't say this was a bad move because I know that in the long run, it's going to be worth it. (it's going to be really advantageous,  I tell ya). Meanwhile, I just have to go with the flow for now and use every exp to my advantage. Who says I'm impatient now ha?

Aside from the tardiness issue and the learning curve, I feel like have not been able to impress my boss that much. Technically, maybe I am doing just fine like I finish things on time and contribute efficiently. However, my boss and I had some issues that I won't elaborate anymore but basically it's like this... I am stubborn and he got stressed. Haha.

Lets not forget that earlier this year I had to deal with some long distance thing that is super new to me. OMG. I may have cried almost every night thinking about it. Well not really. (hyperbole, anyone?) Anyway, so maybe it's not a challenge for everyone but it was a struggle for me. It still is but luckily I'm learning how to manage it. And guess what? We're halfway there.

I have about two months left before the world ends. I mean, before the year ends. In basketball, a lot can happen in two seconds so I guess I can't  say the game is over just yet.

Friday, October 5, 2012

Programming Blues

As a programmer who's not an expert but has been around for a little while, I fear that keeping up with technology might become difficult for me in the future.


It's not that it's hard to keep up with the new technologies, it's more of that by the time I've invested into mastering a technology and be really proficient in it, something new comes along.

*insert Kanye song here*
And it all falls down.

I'm all for new things. Every close friend of mine knows that. I AM A SUCKER FOR NEW THINGS. (I do say this a lot of times.) New things excite me. But whenever I start on something new and do something about it, I feel less productive. It's like taking a huge step back when it comes to productivity.

Sometimes it demotivates me.

That's the sad part about it.

Another depressing thing about learning programming is when you realize how far behind you are when you zoom out of your own little world. You'll be surprised how many technologies are there and you'll always feel like a NOOB.

Every. Single. Time.

I guess they're right. Learning never stops.

Got Served

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Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Manic Monday

I just want to go home, eat and then watch my favorite series.

Wait, I want some milk tea too.

Monday, October 1, 2012

I Am Sorry Billie Joe

By the time I finish this post, it's probably October already. I know this is so overused but, YES I am trying to wake myself up when September ends.


As part of my OCTOBERSELF project, I have created a proposal for myself.

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Objective:

  • To apply a patch on the bugs that have been waiting for fixes for some time now

  • To update and improve the system


Design:
The design is divided into 2 modules: redeemSelf() which is sort of a FIX to improve the BUGS currently experienced by the subject, and the improveSelf() which is not work-related but will help improve the subject in the long run.

Duration:
1 month

Description:
Project RedeemSelf()

1. Perfect attendance and no TARDINESS
- Wake up 7.45 AM :D
- Breakfast, if possible

2. Work excitement
- how (?)
- log daily knowledge/skill increments haha! (SHET DUNNO HOW)
- finish ahead of schedule (DO NOT DELAY. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BE CLUTCH.)
Project ImproveSelf()

1. Driving lessons (long overdue)
- enroll!!!

2. online (MITx and shit)
- read, study and do homeworks/projects

3. RASPBERRY PI! media streamer :D
- first project for my baby pi **to buy: usb keyboard
- might underachieve... :( for the first month...set up!

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Pardon my use of the ANNOYING "wake me up when September ends" line. I know Billy Joe won't be proud but I just had to use it because it really fits the situation.