BUS 1101-01 Principles of Business Management - AY2024-T3 Unit 6: Goals and Objectives James Maina Instructor: Edith Koopmans March 14, 2024.
Choose 2-3 personal goals and objectives that you developed in the Unit 5 Instructor Graded Assignment. The digital world revolves around insurmountable innovation and learning. My goal as a Java and Python Framework Engineer is to leverage my expertise to create creative approaches that help enterprises thrive in this rapidly changing business environment. Beyond creating incredibly effective and scalable software, I'm passionate about advancing technology and creating dynamic environments that support ongoing development. This is in line with my vision of a society in which cutting-edge technologies…show more content… State each goal in specific terms and indicate with bullet points how each goal is measurable, attainable, realistic, and timely.
Goal 1: Earning Industry Recognition Through Certifications (SMART). Specific: Obtain certifications in Spring Boot, Spring, Flask, and Django within the next year. Measurable: Track progress through registration confirmations, completion certificates, and passing exam scores. Attainable: These certifications are achievable through dedicated study and leveraging online resources. Relevant: Certifications validate my expertise in in-demand frameworks, enhancing employability. Time-bound: Achieve this goal within the next 12 months.
Goal 2: Sharpening Problem-Solving Skills with Open Source (SMART) Specific: Participate in at least two open-source projects within the next six months. Measurable: Track participation through code contributions documented on version control systems and project management platforms. Attainable: Identify beginner-friendly open-source projects that align with my skillset. Relevant: Contributing to real-world projects strengthens my problem-solving abilities and expands my technical portfolio. Time-bound: Actively participate in open-source projects within the next six…show more content… Measurable: Track progress by submitting proposals to conferences, receiving acceptance confirmation, and delivering the presentation. Attainable: Start by presenting at smaller meetups or online communities to gain experience before targeting major summits. Relevant: Sharing knowledge establishes me as a thought leader and builds my network within the developer community. Time-bound: In the next 24 months, deliver a professional session at an important professional convention. Select one of the S-M-A-R-T goals and describe how you would achieve the goal using the PDAD (plan-do-act-dare) cycle. PDAD: Putting SMART Goals into Action. I agree with Carpenter et al.’s (2010) report that the PDAD (Plan-Do-Act-Dare) cycle empowers the translation of SMART goals into actionable steps. Let's delve deeper into this process using the "Earn Industry-Recognized Certifications (Spring Boot, Spring, Flask, Django)" goal as an example: Plan: Meticulously research the available certifications aligning with my career goals and current industry demands. This involves identifying specific exams offered by reputable organizations like Oracle or the Python Institute. Creating a dedicated study schedule is crucial. Allocate time for each certification exam, outlining the learning resources needed. This could encompass online courses, practice tests, and relevant
