18 march 2022

Haven't been online in a while. Been busy with finishing my last few courses. I got a 5.7 (the grading system here is on a scale of 1-10) on the android app project, and a 6.5 on the combined industrial automation thing, both of which I was super upset about. I tried my best to get at least an 8 on all courses, but I failed. I've always had the feeling that I could do better, but I just don't know where it all goes wrong. I usually blame a lack of motivation, and even though the symptoms point towards it, I don't want to play the "executive dysfunction card" yet. My peers wouldn't take it seriously anyway.

Also started my internship and bachelor thesis project a couple weeks ago. I have absolutely no idea what to do or where to start. So far I've performed a few tests, figured out the tests weren't necessary or useful, asked colleagues about things I feel I should already know, and emailed a few of their suppliers about a certain type of electrical component they produce. On top of that, I got covid since last weekend, and I've had to spend an entire week in isolation. And I only have 20 weeks. At least it pays well.

Haven't had much time for personal projects. The Fujitsu computer is still giving me problems, I can't be assed to fix my 3D-printer again (prints won't stick to the bed), and I barely have any tools or equipment in my student dorm. computer parts are cheaper but still expensive, so I haven't built a replacement for Clutterbox yet.

I created an account on another social network, Pixelfed. I quickly ran into the same problem I faced with Dreamwidth and Friendproject: there are barely any active users, and no large communities relating to my interests. Even really generic search queries like "design" or "photography" came up with only a few thousand results. I'd prefer not having to create an instagram account, with how Meta treats user data, but I still want to discover new things and people around the world.

I'm going back to work next monday. I have to perform a few tests regarding leakage current at different temperatures, then maybe do another high-current test. Shouldn't spend too much time on the research phase anymore.