There are so many blogs on the internet now that I have read many new years resolutions that other people have set themselves. Now, I generally don’t go for the whole new years resolutions thing, but after reading so many of other peoples, it got me thinking of what I might like to achieve over the next twelve months which are indeed 2006.
- Over the last couple of years I’ve developed my PHP skills to a point that I’m fairly confident in many areas of the language. However, there are still odd areas of PHP that puzzle me and I feel as though I would like to improve my skills to a point at which I am confident in all areas of the language.
- Also in the way of programming, I began learning the basics of C++ during 2005. I would like to extend my knowledge of the C++ language also and write a selection of simple programs.
- I have been involved in running websites for roughly three years now. I have the ability to create functional website, however, I still feel I lack the ability to create websites which look nice. I would like to develop my web building skills more so as my sites remain functional, but don’t always look so damn ugly.
- I have also been involved in the development of MyBB for over a year now. Unfortunately, I have been unable to contribute much to the project since starting university last September. I would like to remain active in the MyBB community and contribute towards development of the script much more whenever I possibly can, which is hard from a university internet connection…but that should thankfully be changing soon.
- My younger brother has recently started learning how to use flash and produce computer graphics. This has always been a weakness of mine. I would quite like my brother to show me what he has learnt about this area of computing which he seems to be enjoying so much. Additionally, he seems to show an interest in learning various website building skills including basic HTML and PHP. I would similarly like to be able to teach him some things about these areas in exchange.
- I am still very much into musical compositions. I have found that whilst I still have a lot to learn about composing, my compositions are gradually getting better with each attempt. I would like to continue composing my own music and consider the option of studying composition in more depth in when it becomes an optional module of my degree course later in 2006.
I’m sure there are probably some things I’ve missed from that list and I’ll be sure to add any if I should remember any. Let me take this opportunity however to wish everyone reading this post a happy new year. Also, if you’ve set yourself a list of things to achieve, good luck and have fun! 