Thursday, January 20, 2011

Introduction

Name: Patrick Frith
Post-graduation plans: I intend to go straight into the workforce, though graduate school is a possibility
Computing interests: AI, graphics, robotics
Computing strengths: debugging, C++, Java, functional programming
Favorite CS project: For an AI class I had to write an agent that could navigate a "Wumpus World," or a randomized world that contained elements that would reward or destroy the agent.  I enjoyed it because it really made me think of the best way to navigate a world without any foreknowledge.  In addition, I was able to add some personal touches to the finished product.
Least favorite CS project: In my sophomore year, I had a data structure assignment that involved a large amouont of provided code.  After writing and pouring over code I thought should work, I contacted the TA for the class for help.  We spent hours going over the assignment, and eventually found that the provided code was riddled with runtime errors.  It was far more trouble that it should have been.
Top tech development in the last 5 years: For the general populace, I think the top development has been the proliferation of smartphone technology.
Management/Coding style: I'm not really sure how to describe my coding style, as it seems normal to me.  That being said, I'm adaptable.  I am a night owl, so I do my best work in the late/early (depending on your perspective) hours of the day.

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