Reflections on 2023: A Year of Growth and Challenges

📚Leaving university allowed me to focus on self-directed learning and working on personal projects.

🎮Completing a game during my time at university showcased my determination and time management skills.

📺Exploring generative AI in a school project sparked interest and led to meaningful discussions on its impact.

💼The 100 Hours of GDAU video gained attention and sparked valuable feedback, despite some outdated information.

🎮The development of Rakar Run was a mix of challenges and successes, leading to a game I am proud of.

Why did you decide to leave university?

—University didn't align with my personal learning goals, and I wanted to focus on self-directed learning and working on projects.

What inspired you to explore generative AI?

—A mandatory project in school exposed me to the possibilities of generative AI and sparked my curiosity for its technical aspects and ethical implications.

How did the 100 Hours of GDAU video impact your channel?

—The video gained popularity and sparked valuable discussions, despite some information becoming outdated. I plan to create an updated follow-up to address the changes and share my current thoughts.

What challenges did you face during the development of Rakar Run?

—Overcoming scope issues, missed deadlines, and a challenging middle development phase were some of the obstacles I faced. However, the final game turned out well, and I am proud of the results.

What are your goals for 2024?

—I aim to upload more videos, not just focusing on impressive projects, but also sharing personal experiences and creative pursuits. I want to prioritize fun and self-expression in my work.

00:002023 was a year of mixed experiences, from leaving university to working on projects.

01:46The 100 Hours of GDAU video gained attention and sparked valuable feedback, despite some information becoming outdated.

03:38The development of Rakar Run was a mix of challenges and successes, ultimately resulting in a game I am proud of.

05:41A long period of fatigue affected my productivity, but I am now back on track and feeling more energetic.

07:41Reflecting on 2023, I set goals for 2024, focusing on uploading more videos and prioritizing self-expression and fun in my work.