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Here’s a mix of other pieces I worked on during the semester, things like rough drafts, class discussion posts, and early planning work. These weren’t final assignments, but they still helped me figure out how to communicate ideas clearly, think like an engineer, and build up to my bigger projects. Some are casual, some are collaborative, and some were just fun ways to apply what we were learning.

Each one gave me a chance to try something different, whether it was breaking down a device, reacting to a creative video, or working with my group to brainstorm a proposal. Altogether, they show the smaller steps that went into improving my writing and problem solving skills throughout the course.

• Group Brainstorm for Engineering Proposal
  This was an early planning document my group used while coming up with ideas for our proposal on smart traffic lights in NYC. Each of us gathered and shared sources, and it helped us figure out how to move forward with research and writing.

• Technical Description – Rough Draft
  This was my first version of the USB flash drive description. It’s shorter and more basic than the final draft, but it helped me get my ideas organized and figure out what parts of the device needed clearer explanation.

• Mark Rober Squirrel Maze – Discussion Post
  A short response to a YouTube video where Mark Rober builds an obstacle course to stop squirrels from stealing birdseed. I talked about how his problem-solving process reminded me of the steps we use in engineering design.

• PB&J Challenge – Discussion Post
  This post was about a funny but surprisingly relatable video where unclear instructions lead to a mess while trying to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. It reminded me why being specific and detailed is so important in technical writing.

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