The paths we take to reach our goal will determine our understanding once we are there.

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In an effort to define myself, I am reminded of something I once read: “Scarcely is anyone the person they were meant to be”. I’ve been many things since the age of seventeen; a soldier, a traveler, a student of trades, a father (to the most unique girl in the world!), and eventually an author. After all these years, I realize that it was never about all the things I could have been, it was what I was always meant to be; a writer. I keep three very close friends. (Who has time for more?) I avidly atv, canoe, read, and ponder on life. I like to be challenged with philosophical questions, even when I do not know the answers. I generally like to think and create. I have a passion for loyalty, and it shows within my living and writings. My life is full of exploration, the next great adventure; a constant always wonder of what could be.

Friday, February 14, 2014

First Path of Course

                My ambition for this study of Studies in Mobile Media is to ultimately create an effective mobile based version of my desktop website. The challenge of which will not be so much in creation as much as the assurance of validity. I basically know the tools needed, I simply have to learn to apply them productively. To accomplish this I will analyze various sources on effective mobile based websites, and utilize tools to construct an applicable site.
          Thus far, my research seems to be reassuring. There is substantial information to support the proposition of designing a mobile based application and feasible platforms available in which to build it upon. I am hoping that the continued reading of this course will provide me with additional ideas to incorporate into my overall project.
                All of my initial development will be based upon my website. With a web domain established and WordPress and HTML coding in place, the next step would be to employ an app as a passage to a mobile version. From there I hope to condense the format while expanding upon its features. Forward is the only way to go when it comes to technology.
                According to Danyl Bosomworth, co-founder of Smart Insights, research shows that mobile devices are now being used more for internet browsing than traditional desktop computers. This indicator is quite believable as we look around today. Furthermore, on average, an app is being utilized 80% of the time to surf the web; far more than conventional mobile browsers. This tells me that an app is essential.
              Interestingly, Android users are the most unique visitors in terms of entertainment. Amazon ranks fourth among these unique visitors, surpassed “only by Google, Facebook and Yahoo.” (Bosomworth) This is a very valuable statistic considering that my novel is sold through the Amazon website.
                At this point within my study I do not feel overwhelmed with pressure. I think it is progressing at an adequate pace. Initially there is a substantial amount of examination, such as mobile web app vs native app. I try to think about what the future holds, both within this study and for my writing. I want to bring as much success as I can to each of them.
Bosomworth, Danyl. ” Mobile Marketing Statistics 2014.” Smart Insights. Marketing Intelligence LTD. 10 June 2013. http://www.smartinsights.com/mobile-marketing. 12 Feb. 2014
“Discuss: Mobile Platforms.” Mobile Government. US General Services Aministration. 11 Feb. 2014.
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