My Learning Path

Learning

1/15/2021

Taking Responsibility and Embracing Change

Digitalization has accelerated during the pandemic. Society and the work environment are adapting to the trends in these unprecedented times. Realizing the consequences on the individual level is inevitable. Firmly taking the driving seat, rather than being driven to an uncertain destination, requires openness and willingness for change.

Lifelong Learning

I am an advocate of lifelong learning. My motivation is to actively shape my future within the possibilities offered to me, rather than awaiting decisions being made by others.

One must deliberately break free from old patterns of thought and complacency to avoid the stagnation that can accompany accumulated knowledge and status. Such advantages can be deceptive, as blind spots often emerge, and self-assessment of one’s market value may become inflated.

When engaging in a learning project, there must be a certain level of interest in the subject. After an initial spark of interest, the apprehension of new, complex topics might be overwhelming. A feeling of personal unrest and helplessness might set in. These feelings are normal and should not discourage us.

Satisfaction from Overcoming Obstacles

Overcoming obstacles and observing the progress will ultimately lead to satisfaction. Moreover, it is possible to find beauty in otherwise dull technology, and passion starts to develop. Well-written and fully understood programming code can indeed be a piece of art, in a way.

Making Plans from a Mentally Strong State

How do I decide which topics to tackle in the learning process? Through meditation and yoga, I calm my mind and activate my subconscious mind. Guidance emerges subtly; one has to listen inward. The next step is to put a plan in place and follow through with conviction and perseverance. Four years ago, I decided to combine clinical science with data science and databases, so I started to draw a plan of which courses I should take.

IT and Code Development

As a result, I have immersed myself in different IT segments. Some in great detail through certified courses, e.g., object-oriented programming with C#, data analysis with Python, and the Structured Query Language SQL for databases. Others include widely used IT skills, such as familiarity with cloud computing, agile methods, and website development. I just started to explore how to erect a static website and place it in Microsoft's cloud solution Azure, for minimal cost.

Little steps that get me closer to where I want to be.

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