Log of what of Saima Shama has learned at Techie Youth

In the process of making a product, you're communicating with customers, investors, and your own team members who are helping you finish and improve your product. It is crucial to have good communication so there isn't any misunderstanding or any other negativity that comes out of bad communication. Words can be more powerful than actions and most people know that by now. It is senseless to be careless with words that can be detrimental to the process of creating a product.

There are stages to developing a product. MVP, MMP, MDP, and MAP are the startup stages in order. I learned that it is crucial to follow these steps so you and your customers can be satisfied with a properly functioning product. Throughout the process of creating the product, you'll need to check quality assurance.

Product managing can be both challenging and fulfilling. It is fascinating that you can be in charge of many things. Products can be easy to create but hard to maintain or put in the spotlight if there are similar products. I wonder what kind of product I'd create and how I'd manage it. Getting customers and clients isn't always easy when there are many hurdles to go over.

Having a professional and great resume and cover letter is your chance at getting the job you've applied for. I learned more about cover letters and how they give a better scope of one's talents and skills. I used to think cover letters were unnecessary and only the resume mattered. I've learned that video interviews are preferred over phone interviews. It makes sense as you are face to face with the interviewer and you have the chance to present yourself the way you want to be perceived.

Recruiting is something that doesn't come to my mind since I'm the one usually applying for a job and waiting to be recruited. It is important to know what kind of candidate you're looking for and what company you're representing. Recruiting can be difficult when you have multiple candidates that fit the job. Sometimes, you'll have to convince an even better candidate who has the choice to work for you and others.

I'm working on fixing my performance. I've gotten a little frustrated because some of the content was reviewed numerous times and I still didn't fully pass the quiz for them. I hope I can eventually pass it all.

I've chosen to do the music production unit. I love music of course. However, producing music has a special place in my heart. I'm not a novice but it's something that always interested me. There are so many different ways to produce music and elicit many emotions. It is truly a work of art. I hope I can stop having cold feet and start making something of my own.

I've finally finished and uploaded my video edit for an assignment. I've learned more about the tricks and tips of editing. I'm not fully satisfied with my video. However, I don't have much experience so I'm alright. Next time, I hope to make a more professional edit.

Today was definitely a harder one. Davinci resolve was giving me a few problems so I had to rewatch a tutorial. It worked out in the end. Since I am using a free version, I'm unable to use many of its cool features. I was able to put together the videos I'm using for my assignment and filter them to look a certain way.

Davinci resolve is a great editing program that has may features. I'm still working on a video assignment and I've chosen Davinci resolve to help me in the process. Many perks are a great thing but sometimes it can get confusing. I hope it gets easier to use Davinci.

I learned how to use different platforms to share my own work and how to create a portfolio to show my clients. In one of the videos, the creator shared that it is important to know the budget of your client. Also, you need to know realistically, how much time you'll spend editing something. This is encouraging me to edit things myself.

I learned about different applications where you can edit. I've chosen Davinci Resolve from beforehand. Some other programs seem really intriguing. However, I'm unable to pay for it. I'll be using a free version of Davinci Resolve for my editing assignment.

It's very important to me to read through all the content properly. Not only for knowledge but also for passing the quizzes. I've passed two quizzes today that I've failed repeatedly. It can become a little frustrating when you think you've put the right answer but it isn't the right answer. I felt relief when I passed them after thoroughly reading the content again. I didn't mind because it was a refresher for my brain. I have a few more to fix and I'm aware I can do better. I hope it becomes easier in the future !

I'm still in the process of making my video for the video editing assignment. I've decided to use Davinci Resolve. I hope I'm able to navigate through the program smoothly. I'm still learning how to use it. I'm glad it has a free version.

I decided to create a video and edit it for my video editing assignment. I've been learning the laws and rules of filmmaking and what to do and not do. There are various ways to catch an audience's heart. I'm struggling to pass a few quizzes even though I've gone through the content. I hope I'm able to find the answers.

Video editing has been a passion of mine. I have the urge to do it here and there nowadays. After watching and reading about the career as a video editor, it has fascinated me once again. It takes a lot of effort and time to be able to edit something the way you want it. Creativity goes a long way also. You'll need to have a better understanding and overall knowledge about what you're editing.

Blogging seems to be a very serious occupation for many out there. I've never wanted to do blogging myself because I don't want to put myself out there in public. I envy those who can make a career out of blogging or do it full-time in general. it takes effort to think of new ideas and make plans so your audience isn't getting bored.

Wanting to publish my own book at some point in life used to be a goal of mine. I often think I'm setting myself up for failure so I've pushed that goal off the edge. However, after watching and reading about the do's and don'ts when it comes to publishing a piece of work, I feel a little encouraged. I'm now aware of the difference between self-publishing and traditional publishing. Both have their pros and cons.

I've always thought about selling digital goods. After reading and watching tips on how to sell digital goods, I am more interested. I think selling digital art will be a good start. However, you'll always need a backup plan if things fail. I'm not sure if I have the proper time and energy to put effort into it. I'll definitely think about it more to make a solid decision. Failure can happen and that's okay. It isn't the end of the world.

The article I read about how important it is to have an appropriate budget really spoke to me. It is crucial to be aware of your income and expenses before you have a budget. Your needs and wants are to be separated. Sometimes, you'll have to make sacrifices. That can be hard so it was relatable and also understandable. Wants can sometimes overpower your needs and cause you to lose money in the first place. It is good to be mindful of expenses whether you have some source of income or not.

I've watched several tutorials for programs that allow you to create different forms of digital art. Out of all of them, the Coral Painter interested me the most. Creating digital art takes a lot of time and effort. I've tried to use an app called sketchbook to make sketches. It is very time-consuming and it can get frustrating when the art doesn't look how you imagined it in your head. That's why it's good to study the brushes being used and how to layer your drawing so you can easily fix things and make adjustments to your liking.

I watched a video on how to make your LinkedIn profile look nice and professional. I have a lot to update and add to my profile. It's important to have an appropriate and professional profile picture that shows you're serious. I'll need to revise my skills and accomplishments and add more. It's good to hear that I can add my recommendations that never crossed my mind before.

I read the article that explains why it is important to be cautious when you put yourself and your life out there on social media. People lose opportunities because they've done some kind of harm. It is good to be true to yourself but also to have a moral compass. Your character and behavior will take you a long way. That long away can end in a positive note or negative note. Your public image can be tainted in the blink of an eye. It can be scary for me. Personally, I never like to have my face shown on public platforms. It can be anxiety-inducing.

For any project planning, you’ll need to have several things in mind. I learned that tooling and consumable items aren’t the same and require different costs. It is crucial to have an appropriate budget including your tooling costs and initial quantity of consumables. It is essential to calculate your gross profit so you’ll know what to expect from selling items.