Welcome, SJSU class of Fall 2013!
I, like many aspiring computer scientists, developed an interest in the subject from video games. Video games are the ultimate form of escapism, having the visual and audio splendour of film, the enduring length of novels, and the engaging interactivity of other types of games. Having been immersed in the experiences created by video games since 1996, I aspire to work as a computer scientist to create new experiences using computers, in a field that is sometimes called "human-computer interaction".
To this day, virtual reality is in limited use. Even with our modern technology, we still have not yet found a reliable way to give humans a proper, intuitive way to interact in a virtual environment, aside from simple goggles and the occasional motion-sensitive gloves. I feel that when done right, technology can connect to humans not only on a mechanical level, but on an emotional level as well.
Since my life is almost entirely centred around computers already, I look forward to posting new articles every week on how technology can affect humans and the world. I like exploring the broader, less technical side of technology, and hopefully at least some of my future articles can pique your interest.
