Commentary 1: The eight characteristics of creativity outlined by Marc de Jong, Nathan Marston, and Erik Roth in their essay are applicable to my earlier work as an intern software developer. The necessity of fostering a culture that values innovation, risk-taking, and creativity is discussed in the article. During my internship, I had the opportunity to experience this. I was able to push myself to work on projects outside of my comfort zone and learn new technology. I was also inspired to think creatively and come up with original answers to issues. This helped me improve my abilities as a software engineer.

The significance of connections and teamwork are also discussed in the text. I had the opportunity to work with experts and other interns to create software solutions throughout my internship. I was able to use what I learned from others' experience and knowledge to improve my own job as a result. I was also able to establish connections with my mentors and coworkers, who gave me helpful criticism and direction.

The essay concludes by highlighting the significance of creating a learning culture. I had the opportunity to pick up a lot of knowledge from my mentors and coworkers throughout my internship. To improve my talents, I was also able to access online materials and attend seminars. I was able to improve my abilities as a software engineer and obtain useful experience because of this.

The theories, notions, and innovations covered in this essay are applicable to my present internship. I'm always seeking methods to sharpen my abilities as a software developer and keep current with emerging technology. The necessity of fostering an atmosphere that supports innovation, experimentation, and risk-taking is emphasized throughout the essay. In my present position, I'm actively attempting to achieve this. I am always trying to find new methods to think outside the box and solve issues in original ways. In addition, I'm always seeking opportunities to work with my peers and nurture my mentor connections.

The need to create a culture of learning is also emphasized in the text. In my present position, I'm actively attempting to achieve this. I'm always seeking methods to sharpen my abilities and keep current with emerging technology. To further my talents, I am also making use of Internet resources and going to seminars.

The essay also emphasizes the value of creating an innovative culture. In my present position, I'm actively attempting to achieve this. I am always trying to find new methods to think outside the box and solve issues in original ways. In addition, I'm always seeking opportunities to work with my peers and nurture my mentor connections.

The theories, notions, and innovations covered in the paper are applicable to the position or job I'm about to begin. The necessity of fostering an atmosphere that supports innovation, experimentation, and risk-taking is emphasized throughout the essay. I want to do this in either my new employment or internship. I am always trying to find new methods to think outside the box and solve issues in original ways. In addition, I'm always seeking opportunities to work with my peers and nurture my mentor connections.

The significance of creating a learning culture is also covered in the essay. I want to do this in either my new employment or internship. I'm always seeking methods to sharpen my abilities and keep current with emerging technology. To further my talents, I am also making use of Internet resources and going to seminars.

The essay also emphasizes the value of creating an innovative culture. I want to do this in either my new employment or internship. I am always trying to find new methods to think outside the box and solve issues in original ways. In addition, I'm always seeking opportunities to work with my peers and nurture my mentor connections.

In general, my present and forthcoming jobs or internships are related to the eight elements of innovation outlined in the paper by Marc de Jong, Nathan Marston, and Erik Roth. These thoughts, ideas, and technological advancements may aid in my professional growth as a software engineer and help me get priceless experience. I can explore new technologies and find innovative solutions to issues by fostering an atmosphere that rewards creativity, experimentation, and risk-taking. Additionally, by fostering a culture of learning, I can advance my abilities and keep current with emerging technology. Finally, I can engage with my colleagues, think creatively, and forge bonds with my mentors because of the innovation culture I have helped to create.

Commentary 2:

Toby Shapshak's TED Talk "You Don't Need an App for That" provides great ideas that immediately apply to my previous work experience at Ignite LLC, specifically data analysis and dashboard design. Shapshak's emphasis on simplicity, accessibility, and inclusion mirrors the problems and opportunities I encountered throughout my internship.

In my job at Ignite LLC, I had the opportunity to use Tableau to combine databases, analyze data, and develop sales dashboards. Shapshak's argument against the app-centric approach is consistent with my own observations. While apps are frequently regarded as the default option, I have come to learn that experimenting with different technologies and approaches might produce more effective and accessible solutions. Rather of relying only on apps, I found the importance of creating mobile-friendly websites that can reach a larger audience, regardless of whether they have smartphones or access to limited data.

USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) technology, which allows customers to access services through simple mobile phone menus, is one notion introduced by Shapshak. This matches my experience with processing and cleaning huge datasets. One of my challenges was making sure the data I worked with was accessible and usable for stakeholders with various technological capabilities. I wanted to develop clean and efficient datasets that could be easily accessible and used by non-technical users by using techniques such as one-hot encoding, normalization, and feature engineering. This approach is consistent with Shapshak's emphasis on accessibility and inclusivity in the African environment.

Furthermore, Shapshak's demand for inclusive digital innovation is critical in both my former and potential future workplaces. It is critical to design solutions that are accessible to people of all socioeconomic backgrounds. For example, while creating sales dashboards, it is critical to focus on simplicity and ensuring that the metrics and insights supplied are understandable and actionable for a wide variety of stakeholders. The impact of my work can be maximized by taking into account the demands and skills of users with various technological backgrounds.

Shapshak's TED Talk's thoughts and concepts have immediate relevance for my current and future professional endeavors. These ideas can help me build user-friendly interfaces and develop solutions that stress simplicity and accessibility in my current profession.

These concepts will continue to affect my approach as I look forward to my next career or internship. I intend to work hard to provide inclusive and accessible solutions that prioritize user experience. I can build solutions that cater to a wider audience and ensure that everyone can benefit from the technology I work with by taking into account the different needs and technological skills of consumers.

1) With respect to commentary 2, did they address things from their professional (past, present, future) perspective? Or did they lean in too much to their personal perspectives or opinions on the matter?

2) How do both the commentaries relate? Where do they have common ground? Where do they disagree?

3) With respect to commentary 1, Did the 2nd commentary change your perspective in any way? If so, how? If not, why?