This article was translated from Japanese by Claude Code.
I’ll do a rough reflection on this year by looking back on 3 major personal events.
I started investing in cryptocurrency
I released an app at work
I submitted a DroidKaigi proposal and got accepted for the first time
I’ll reflect on each one below.
1. I Started Investing in Cryptocurrency#
It started when a colleague I often go drinking with after joining the company recommended it to me. With the mindset “it’s okay if I lose it,” I invested a small amount and left it alone. Rather than Bitcoin, I went with altcoins (mostly Ripple). I started with the hope of using them as actual currency once I saw Ripple reach about 1000 yen and start circulating after Bitcoin. Go Ripple! (No one knows what will happen.)
2. I Released an App at Work#
I had released personal projects before, but this was my first time writing and releasing an app entirely by myself at work. 2017 was the year I spent the most time and effort on this. There are still many things I want to do and things I need to do, but this is undoubtedly the most memorable event of 2017.
In the process of releasing the app, I consulted with many senior and junior colleagues at the company. Senior colleagues and junior colleagues I admire, thank you so much for your support. I look forward to working with you next year as well! m(__)m
3. I Submitted a DroidKaigi Proposal and Got Accepted for the First Time#
I submitted about 3 proposals, and 1 was accepted. I’ll be giving a presentation about Flux. Since there are already many presentations and materials about Flux, I plan to briefly explain the overview (though this isn’t final yet), and spend the remaining time on:
The actual benefits we experienced when implementing with Flux (from a fresh perspective)
Places where we struggled or were confused
How it might work when combined with AAC
What kinds of projects it might be suitable or unsuitable for
If there are any of you who want to ask about specific aspects of Flux, please let me know as early as possible via Twitter or in person. (I can’t guarantee it will be included in my presentation, but I’ll do my best.)
That’s all for my reflection!
I look forward to working with you next year as well!