Hi there, welcome! So, you've stumbled upon my little corner of the internet. Right now, it might look quite sparse — I'm filtering old projects to showcase the best of what I've done. But, feel free to poke around and explore what's there so far 😄 .

Fun fact: Clicking the flowers on the landing page unveils surprises—just a heads up, you might want to lower your volume first!

Opting for a blog-based portfolio site was a deliberate choice for me. It's not just about displaying what I've done; it's also about reflecting on my learnings through each project. For anyone dropping by, I hope my articles give you a glimpse into who I am (hopefully not a cringe writer). So, nice to meet you, stranger!

Story Time: A Very Casual Introduction

Let's dive a bit into my tech journey. Believe it or not, I hadn't touched code or considered myself particularly tech-savvy (beyond gaming 👾) until the tail end of 2019.

Why computer science, you might ask? Well, a few reasons sparked this direction. Let's take a time machine back to 2017 when I just completed my secondary education:

The Dota 2 Moment - 2017

Witnessing an AI defeat a professional player in Dota 2, a game demanding deep strategic thinking, was astounding 😳 .

Why is it so impressive?

Imagine a game where you mix and match hundreds of pieces to create the best setup, similar to putting together a puzzle with infinite possibilities. Every choice from the puzzle pieces (like characters and their gear) matters, leading to countless potential strategies.

This detailed item map, created by an avid gamer, highlights the strategic depth of Dota 2, focusing on item choices while hinting at the game's complexity with the absence of character skills in the map. (It's outdated with more items in the latest updates)

The AI's win wasn't just about fast math, it demonstrated some level of strategic thinking and adaptability. This moment underscores AI's potential to rival human intelligence in strategy and decision-making.

This was my first encounter with a "somewhat smart" AI.

Fun fact: The previous encounter was just a 1v1 setting, which lowers the game's complexity. In 2019, OpenAI came up with OpenAI Five for a 5v5 setting and won.

Thinking about specialization - 2018

My interests are all over the place—from gardening to music, and I find joy in learning about anything from historical events to scientific discoveries, it was pretty difficult finding what I wanted to specialize in.

I've always leaned towards Sciences since it seemed to open up more pathways. As my A levels wrapped up, I realized my consistency in mathematics could be my strength, which prompted me to look at any mathematics-related field instead.

One step closer to endless 0s and 1s.

The AlphaGo Revelation - 2018

Then came a random clip on YouTube about AlphaGo in 2018. Again, an AI, this time playing Go—a board game far more complex and challenging, with its strategic depth and over a million possible move combinations., defeating top players.

Yet again, So what?

This achievement wasn't just about computational power, it was about AI exhibiting something akin to human intuition.

Go, with its strategic depth, requires a level of insight and creativity that was long considered uniquely human. The fact that AI developed intuition and innovative strategies to surpass seasoned players and still won was in simple terms, mindblowing.

At the time, this revelation suggested that AI's capabilities could surpass human intelligence. Now, looking back at the advancements since then, it's evident we are much closer to this becoming a wide-spreading truth (hope I still have a job by then).

AI Ethics and the Future - 2018

As I was deciding which course to apply for at university, I stumbled upon various articles and videos discussing AI ethics and the potential for an AI-dominated future. This sparked the thought,

"If you can't beat them, join them."

Perhaps, I mused, I could make a difference if things took a turn for the worse.

My fascination with biology steered me toward wanting to understand neuro-related logic, naively aiming to contribute to the development of Artificial Generative Intelligence (AGI) one day. (Yes, OpenAI is leagues ahead, but a girl can dream, right?)

Ending Note

Embarking on this journey with no prior knowledge of computing basics like logic gates or boolean algebra was daunting. My degree was a struggle, compounded by other factors that limited my availability, but I'm grateful to have made it through 🎉 .

Now, I'm eager to continue learning and earning in a field that I don't mind occasionally feeling burnt out for 🥴.

Recognizing that becoming a proficient AI Engineer also demands a solid foundation in software architecture similar to that of a skilled Software Engineer, I am fully dedicated to acquiring the knowledge and experience this field offers, especially in the early stages of my career!

So there you have it—a little backstory on why I started this journey. I'm still figuring things out, still learning, and definitely still growing. Thanks for dropping by, and I hope you find something interesting during your visit!