Being an expert is like climbing a mountain to reach a castle and conquer it. Sometimes a single sentence can make a difference in life, one that has an impact, and from there, hard work and perseverance can enable us to master a skill or knowledge.
I believe that there are always those who know more and those who know less than you in any discipline, so you may not be an expert, a so-called expert, the best of all, but you can improve at whatever you are working on.
I was not born in the age of technology. In fact, the first computer I ever had was in 2005, and I had no idea how to use it; I knew nothing at all. But my brother, five years younger than me, did know. He had taken computer science at school and taught me a few things. I had barely had any exposure to these machines at school, practically nothing. My brother had much more experience.
At that time, I was studying at university, resuming my studies after the death of my grandmother, for whom I had stopped studying to take care of her. In one class, one of the teachers said this sentence: Anyone who does not know computer science is illiterate. That had a big impact on me, because I asked for help with anything related to the subject.
Shortly afterwards, a neighbour came to my house to tell me about vocational training courses in computing. I couldn't get that professor's statement out of my head. It was a statement that changed my life. I had always admired the work of designers, printers and that whole world, and knowing how to draw and paint and having so much imagination, I always thought it would be easy for me, but I couldn't afford that degree.
The vocational training courses were almost free for people who couldn't afford to pay, and they gave you a certificate. From then on, I began my journey of effort and hard work, as I ended up taking several courses at the same time, where they gave us work to do at home. I trained in the basics of computing, such as PC operation, Word, Excel, and everything related to it, and I took beginner and advanced courses.
The teacher saw my talent and told me he wanted to see me in graphic design, which I loved more and more every day. In total, I took 11 training courses, including one endorsed by a university: graphic and vector design, 2D AutoCAD design, web design, video editing, 3D design and animation, computer network administration, PHP language (which was the most difficult for me), and more.
Those were years of hard work and a lot of studying. At that time, design was done with programmes and everything was manual. There was no AI; everything was done with the mouse, and I still do it that way. I want to do every job myself, even if it seems old-fashioned. My study and effort are worth it.
That opened the doors to another world for me, the world of education, and I began to teach everything I had learned. Computers were something I was completely incompetent at and refused to learn, but when I started the courses, I began to love that world.
In fact, there was one thing I hated, and that was Excel, because I never got along with numbers, even though my maths grades at school were always 10. With effort and dedication, I mastered Excel, taught it to people to help them get jobs or improve in their current ones, and today I manage all my household accounts that way.
I create spreadsheets with formulas so that when I enter data, I get instant results. I trained myself in this both in courses and later on my own. It was like that with this programme and all the others. In fact, I learned many other programmes on my own, through the internet. I had to keep improving and offer my students many alternatives.
Not only that, but my brother is a computer and mobile phone technician, and I have often helped him with his work, which I loved.
Just because you don't know something about a subject doesn't mean you can't learn it, although it often takes time and dedication. I was able to do it.
When I read the weekend topics suggested by @galenkp, this story and experience immediately came to mind because it changed my life forever.
Thank you all for joining me today. I wish you a very good weekend. See you soon.
Amonet.
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Good morning, Amonet.
All the professional training courses you've taken are admirable.
It's good that you learned graphic design, and that you make all your designs yourself without the help of artificial intelligence.
That's what I admire about your videos.
Have a lovely afternoon.
I like to use my imagination and develop it every day so as not to lose this skill and what I've learned. Thank you!🤗
There are meaningful words that can make us think and bring about great changes.
It's great to know that you've surpassed yourself and that you've been able to help others with what you've learned.
It's true: just because you don't know something doesn't mean you can't learn it.
Thank you so much for sharing this experience.
Have a great day, dear friend @avdesing
It was something that changed my life for the better, because I love what I do. Thank you so much for always being there and for your daily comments!
Hello, through your experience you show that all the knowledge we accumulate is never enough, and that we should be grateful for every new thing we learn in life. That phrase was the challenge you accepted, and look at you now. I'm always learning too. A hug and have a beautiful day... savour every minute of it to the fullest.
From not knowing what each key was for to what I do today, there is a difference, and with effort it can be achieved. That phrase clicked in my head! Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Thanks for sharing, am inspired and I learnt a lot from your write up. I love to see more of this from you
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Good afternoon @avdesing, difficulties are also opportunities isn't just an empty phrase.
In your case, moreover (and I'm talking about your creative side, which is what I know best), you not only master the technique but also constantly search for new forms of expression. Just look at how your designs have evolved over the years.
I hope you're enjoying a great afternoon.
A hug. 🤗
I like to improve every day and I look for new techniques, plus I'm passionate about it. Thank you very much and good evening!🤗
As always, thanks to you. You know I enjoy your posts. I'll visit again tomorrow.
Good night (an extra hour tonight). Big hugs. 🤗🤗
That's right, the time change, ha ha ha. See you tomorrow, and thank you!🤗👋
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Do you know PHP? I work as a PHP developer! That's really interesting. So good. I love to see when people are consistent and making an effort to do something, they manage in the end to do it. Great story. I'm very happy for you. Thanks for sharing, and lovely pictures as well. 🙂
It was many years ago, I'm out of date on it, but at the time it was really difficult, but I managed to learn! Thank you!
I congratulate you, Amonet, because I still consider myself incompetent in the world of computers. I have managed to learn the basics and nothing more.
It was many years; I started in 2007 and then taught for 12 years... a long journey. Thank you very much!