Blog 18: Answer 3

Content:

Just like you did for answer 1 and 2 post your:

EQ: What is the best programming language to use when developing mobile applications?

Answer #3:  One of the best programming languages to consider for mobile applications include HTML5.

1. Due to HTML5 being a web-based language, its portability and access on multiple platforms through browsers is an essential aspect for applications. (Accessible through Chrome on both iOS and Android)
2. HTML5 is a fairly simple language to learn such as nesting, tags, and proper syntax. It makes for organization simple to show.
3. HTML5 can be combined with other languages such as Javascript and CSS to make applications more dynamic and sophisticated in its presentation and functionality.

The research source (s) to support your details and answer

Jepson, Brian and Jonathan Stark. Building Android Apps with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Sebastopol: O'Reilly Media, Inc., 2012. Book.

"Overview" PhoneGap Documentation, PhoneGap., n.d. Web. 26 Mar. 2014.

Concluding Sentence

With HTML, Mobile Applications can be developed based on familiar and simple web-based systems, providing access for most platforms, simple or complex.

*Write your answer like you would write a thesis statement.  Please don't give us one or two words or start your sentence with "by".    Thanks!

Blog 10: Senior Project, The Holiday

Content:

1.  It is important to consistently work on your senior project, whether it is break or we are in school.  What did you over the break with your senior project?

Over the break, I finished my last Research Check and completed another Research Check from a new source called Android Application Development ALL - IN - ONE for Dummies. I was also able to start on my Independent Component by creating a basic rough draft blueprint for a mobile application. Along with that, I also set up my programming work space so that my coding can go as smoothly as it can.

2.  What was the most important thing you learned from what you did and why?  What was the source of what you learned?

The most important thing that I learned from what I did was that I should plan and set up so that my design and function is what I want it to be. I also learned to set up my System Development Kit (SDK) as well as my Android Virtual Device (AVD) so that I can prepare my setup to test and prototype the application. The source of this information came from my Research Check.

3.  If you were going to do a 10 question interview on questions related to answers of your EQ, who would you talk to and why?

I would talk to a college student (preferably a Junior or Senior) majoring in Computer Science and has experience for programming in multiple languages or creating mobile applications because they are currently learning new techniques for programming languages in order to streamline the processes. Another person I would interview would be a programmer/manager of applications used. They hold a lot of experience in managing applications as well as updating.

Blog 9: EQ

Content

1.   Review this.  Confirm by stating "I reviewed the rule of three for writing an EQ."
Essential Question 
Once a topic is chosen, the student will develop a working essential question.  The purpose of the working essential question is to help the student build a strong foundation of research which will allow him or her to create an essential question that encourages depth and rigor in the chosen topic.  An essential question must:

• Provide a framework for studies (It calls for breadth and depth of research, Is not a yes/no question)
• Takes a stance (Allows you to argue some point, Cannot be a recitation of facts or a list)
•  Format (It is specific, The wording makes sense)

I reviewed the rule of three for writing an EQ.

2.  Review the following EQs and

• Tell us if it meets the rule of 3 criteria.
• Tell why it does or why it doesn't

 a.  What is the most important factor in healthy weight loss?
 b.  What is most important to securing a conviction in a criminal investigation?
 c.  What is most important in creating a hairstyle that best satisfies a customer?
 d.  How can an Anesthesiologist best treat chronic pain?

A)It meets the rule of 3 criteria since it not a simple yes/no question. Stances can be taken in accord to the question and is simple to understand terms.
B) Does not meet rule of 3 criteria because it does not provide enough information to research specific topics (what types of criminal investigations). Wording is a bit confusing, not stating a specific element (most important...).
C)Meets the rule of 3. Stances can be taken albeit not too detailed or specific. It provides a framework for study and makes sense.
D) Does not meet rule of 3. Stance cannot be taken and rather leaves one to read from a list to answer the EQ. Wording make sense.

3.  Based on your review of the rule of 3 and your experience with assessing four EQs, please write another draft EQ for your senior project.

What is the best programming language when developing mobile applications?

Blog 8: Research and Working EQ

Content:

1.  What is your working EQ?

What is the best platform when developing mobile applications? (Updated)

2.  What is a possible answer to your working EQ? Please write the answer in thesis format.

Developing applications using a cloud system is a good platform for mobile applications.

3.  What is the most important source you have used that has helped you come up with an answer to your working EQ? 

The most important source that I have used that has helped me come up with an answer to my working EQ is Building Applications in the Cloud:Concepts, Patterns, and Projects by Christopher M. Moyer. It's explanation of why to build in the cloud and using patterns such as the n-tier web pattern and Map/Reduce process to analyze large amounts of data sent back and forth.

4.  Who is your mentor, or where are you volunteering, and how does what you are doing relate to your working EQ?

Currently I do not have a mentor and am not volunteering anywhere at the moment. Hopefully I can get into either the IT department in Cal Poly and job shadow what they do with applications. I also hope to find a place to shadow while they work on mobile applications in order to find out if a specific platform is good.

Blog 5: Project Reflection and Working EQ

Content:   
The Pentagon: 
(1) Positive Statement: What positive thing happened as a result of what you have completed so far?

After completing some research, a summer mentorship, and an interview about my topic, one of the positive happenings that occurred was the fact that I was able to get an idea of what my Essential Question will be.

(2) EQ Content:  Pick a piece of research or your interview.  How has it helped you improve your understanding of your topic?

My first interview with Robert Cruz has helped me improve my understanding of my topic by providing me some insight about skills needed in the development field. The interview also assisted me in terms of understanding how software problems lend to problem-solving skills and knowledge on the situation.

(3) What has worked for you so far in the senior project?

 At this time, the research amount and interview has worked very well for me regarding the senior project. It has been very helpful in providing information as well as the extra interview questions.

(4) What hasn't worked so far?
  
 Finding a mentor has not been very simple in terms of software development. This can also be contributed to the fact that I have not been very assertive and progressive in my search. Another minor problem would be the relevance of research as software development branches off into more specific jobs.

(5) Finding Value:  

•  What is a potential question you would like to study this year?  (working EQ)
•  What do you plan to do for mentorship?  If you haven't found a mentor yet, then discuss where you are currently looking and who you are talking to to find it. 

 Potential question: What is the most important step in the development process when developing application software?

For my mentorship, I plan on either going to a local software company and follow them in the work place while learning and assisting them, or by asking a computer science professor in a university to be my mentor. From the local software company, I have not found an ideal company to contact for a mentorship. I do have potential people to contact from the Cal Poly Pomona Computer Science and IT branch, such as Cathy Bates or Patricio Beltran.

Blog 1: 2013 2-Hour Presentation Reflections

Literal:  

1.  (Know) What presentations did you see?  Name the topic and the person's first name.

• Electronic Dance Music - Jorge
• Mixing an Album - Jessica
• OBGYN - Marilyn
• All Star Cheerlead (Safety) - Dominic
• Automotive Repair - Nicholas
• Yoga - Alyssa
• Machine Programming - Arianna
• Video Game Journalism - Christopher
• Drifting - Ricardo
• Cancer Survivors - Darlene
• Car Audio - Daniel
• Veterinarian Oncology - Cheryl
• Wedding Dress Design - Jeanette

2.  (Need to know) What questions do you have that haven't been answered about the senior project? This can be about the senior project in general, any components or about a presentation topic you saw or what they said.   

• Are the independent components projects we come up with that relate to our senior topic?
• What topics are definitive for the teachers?
• On average, how much research is needed in order to explain 30 minutes of speaking?

Interpretive:

3. What has the most important part of the senior project based on what you are seeing in the 2-hour presentations?

Based on the 2-hour presentations, the most important part of the senior project is the mentor ship and the research. Since each senior has a mentor to learn from, it gives them a first-hand experience of what their topic is like as well as advice from their mentor. Their mentor also assists them in what to study and why. The research is also very important as many of the seniors had at least 2 other sources that they obtained information from.

Applied:

4. What topic are you considering doing and why?

The topic(s) that I am considering are Professional Gaming or Software Development. Professional Gaming is a possible topic for me as I love watching the competitive scene. Also, I am interested in learning how team-based games affect player's decisions in-game as well as out. Software development is another topic that I am considering since I eventually want to work in the the business. If I get a head start on what to expect, then I can decide on whether or not I really enjoy the job.