This week, I completed several tasks to get started with the course. I read through the syllabus and scheduled a meeting as required. Since I already use Apple’s built-in password management app, I did not create a separate password manager. I also already had a domain, but since it is still under construction, I decided to create a subdomain specifically for this class. I downloaded WordPress to the subdomain, and once the course is complete and I’m ready to add content to my main domain, I plan to migrate everything over. Here is the link to my subdomain: https://ds106.rusulabbas.com/blog/.

I created a Mastodon social account, sent a greeting message using the #ds106 hashtag, and explored some of the posts shared by others in the community. My account can be found here: https://social.ds106.us/@Rusul. I also read the assigned articles, and my favorite was Sci-fi Noir: The Terminator and Tech Noir | 10 Updates to Film Noir. I’ve never watched The Terminator before, but I found the article fascinating and engaging.

Additionally, I watched The Matrix because I’m a fan of Keanu Reeves in John Wick, and I was curious to see him in a tech-noir film. I wrote my thoughts, reactions, and reflections in a blog post on my subdomain. Lastly, I created a set of goals for this course, which I shared in another blog post. You can view my course goals and movie review here: 

In terms of reflection, I learned about the theme of Tech-Noir, and I’m excited to see how this theme will unfold. As a data science major, I find it particularly interesting and a bit unsettling because I definitely have fears about AI taking over the world (jk). Working with this theme creatively will be a challenge for me, as I don’t typically watch films related to Tech-Noir and It’s new to me.

I enjoyed seeing everyone share their responses on Mastodon and getting to work with WordPress. The hardest part of this week, though, was deciding which movie to watch! I’m very indecisive, but I’m sure I’ll face different challenges as the weeks go on.