Week Two: Young Scholars PATHS-UP, Isabelle C

    Over the past two weeks through this program I have learned s variety of exciting things about how computer science fits into the health field. I've learned more about the coding language C++ and have also learned more about things such as: Bluetooth, GPS, pulse oximeters, accelerometers, pedometers, Arduinos, and general circuitry and coding. Each of these subjects have been very interesting, especially in the added context of helping others address medical needs.

    I've been able to explore each of these topics in depth through the projects we've done. Using the Arduino One I've been able to create a multitude of different circuits using buttons, motion sensors, LEDs, motors, and other materials I don't normally use. The micro:bits have allowed me to practice coding and further my understanding of how to code. However, the smart watch we are coding and building with the TinyScreen+ is what I have found to be the most interesting. Through the watch I was able to utilize what I was taught and actually make the most of the things we've learned about. We've made an accelerometer, pedometer, pulse oximeter, and GPS using the watch and I've been able to look at the code used to make each of those tools function. As well as seeing they type of boards that allow for the watch to intake all of the data needed to preform its desired task.

    Working with my team and a mentor has been very fun as we have been able to problem solve as a group well. Frequently when we each have a problem others help to attempt to fix whatever has gone wrong, it only takes one person to find a solution for the whole class to begin to debug or otherwise fix any issue with code or building.

    During the final week I'm looking forward to our final project and using the TinyScreen+ even more. I am also excited to use the other tools provided, like the Arduino, more while I have the opportunity to experiment with them.