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(reposting while logged into my padlet account, oops.. ) As  a kid, I patiently waited for dial up to  design my  neopets websites, made personalized holiday cards for my parents with online apps, put music on my myspace and got through school on a computer. I'm definitely not great at it, but I love to learn!

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I use spreadsheets to organize my life. Without my computer, I would probably shrivel up and disappear. 

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I use spreadsheets to organize my life. Without my computer, I would probably shrivel up and disappear. 

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I spent 99.9% of my free time on my computer.  I have met most of my friends playing games over the Internet.  I built my own computer and have a decently extensive home setup.  I'm constantly looking for ways to optimize and utilize a ton of keyboard shortcuts.  My brother works in the IT department.  I am quite comfortable with MSOffice and most other common programs, and can usually find what I'm looking for fairly quickly when working on unfamiliar setups (unless it's a Mac).

Sadly technology is still outpacing me, and more quickly than I'd like.  Can we go back to the 1990s when the Internet was only available to a select few?

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Sometimes you have to use F12 because Meditech pre-dates the mouse and ENTER would make too much sense

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Like several of the posts below, I am in the camp of individuals relying heavily on google and YouTube tutorials to figure out unfamiliar things. I do not have any previous work experience specifically focused on tech, ICT, or data analytics. However, I appreciate the newer and more user-friendly charting systems available after using Meditech for much of my nursing career.

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I invest in technology... but I'm yet to get good at using it :)

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I invest in technology... but I'm yet to get good at using it :)

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I would not be connected to the internet without Jetrho’s help in the classroom… In other words, my technology knowledge was very basic at the start of the DNP program.  I learned a ton from the moment we started, but I know that I'm only scratching the surface. I am excited to learn about more platforms in this class and in general. I enjoy figuring things out. Learning anything new can be challenging, but in the end, I find that it is worth it!

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Joining the program has made me more tech-savvy than before! Professors give us documents in many different formats; some do not work well with the programs I like to use. Due to this, I have had to google and find ways to make all files compatible with my desired program. It has been challenging at times but also very rewarding when I find the solution! I imagine data analytics may be the same. At first, I am sure it's going to be difficult however, once we start getting the hang of it and learning more about it it's going to make it rewarding. I do get great satisfaction when learning how to master something or properly navigate it. therefore, I am very excited to start this course and apply it into our career. 

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Joining the program has made me more tech-savvy than before! Professors give us documents in many different formats; some do not work well with the programs I like to use. Due to this, I have had to google and find ways to make all files compatible with my desired program. It has been challenging at times but also very rewarding when I find the solution! I imagine data analytics may be the same. At first, I am sure it's going to be difficult however, once we start getting the hang of it and learning more about it it's going to make it rewarding. I do get great satisfaction when learning how to master something or properly navigate it. therefore, I am very excited to start this course and apply it into our career. 

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I think it is safe to say that the classmates I have worked with in groups thus far know that me and technology just don't work. I am by far the least tech savvy person. Even looking at other classmates posts, I am like how did they use pictures?One of my best friends always compares me to his grandpa because I ask him to help with basic tech stuff.
I don't think I have any experience with data analytics or ICT...partly because I don't know what those are. So I am looking forward to this class to help me get more comfortable with technology and data analytics.
(Posted by Corey Dodge.)

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I had to ask for help to figure out Padlet 

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I had to ask for help to figure out Padlet 

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Considering that it took me asking my friends for help on how to post on here, I think it shows my technology capabilities! With a newer age that is completed focused on technology, I frequently feel that it would be extremely beneficial to have a better grasp of how to use technology and ICT. Part of my barrier to understanding technology is the vast amount of applications available. Additionally, it takes dedicated time and effort to understand how to use such applications; while I know that learning would be extremely advantageous, I have felt overwhelmed by starting this process. I am excited for this class and to learn about technology, information, and ICT from and with all of you!

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The transition back to school has really allowed me to explore the technological tools that students readily use today. It's no longer necessary to buy notepads and pens as the iPad is fully integrated with all those capabilities and more. I would say that I'm pretty average with technology but I always try to find a way to figure it out. At times it can be frustrating, but I know it's helping me become more efficient. I'm excited to learn more about informatics!

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I feel comfortable with the technology that I currently and consistently use on a daily basis. However, in relation to the amount of technology that is currently available, my comfort zone is fairly small comparatively. In my experience, learning new systems can be challenging and frustrating at times, but I find that once I get the hang of it, the new technology can actually make things easier and can be really enjoyable. I look forward to learning about informatics in healthcare and how it applies in anesthesia.

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Good enough to help my parents when they don't understand something...

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Good enough to help my parents when they don't understand something...

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I used to think I was great with technology when I was younger because I could efficiently navigate Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Now, with all of the new technological advances, I can't keep up! Plus, my super tech geek fiancé reminds me every chance he gets that I am not very technologically savvy. At this point, I'd say I have a little more than a basic understanding of how technology works and how to navigate most things. Nonetheless, I am always open to learning, whether it's technology or anything else. I look forward to learning about informatics in this class with Dr. Alatrash!

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This is a real-time picture of me trying to figure out Padlet:

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This is a real-time picture of me trying to figure out Padlet:

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With my previous work experience in the video game industry, I feel relatively comfortable working with technology. I love the way it can help us connect with others around the world and learn anything we could possibly think of. I am excited to learn about the application of informatics on healthcare, as that will be an entirely new experience for me.

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I recently encountered ChatGPT, a new AI technology that interacts with humans via a chat messenger platform. It is created to answer and follow any instructions that we input. In fact, it can write an original post on technology within a few seconds. And it is definitely better than my post. This technology fascinated me because it showed me how far we have come. In the snow-white story, this is the equivalent of the talking mirror, a magical being. I am also terrified at the same time because it makes me wonder about the possibility of self-destructive technology that we have seen in films such as The Terminator. It might be a long time until we get to that point, but it is still pretty scary to think about it.

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With the overwhelming amount of technological resources designed to make our lives "easier," I find it sometimes difficult to navigate and learn how to effectively use certain apps and programs. Despite the learning curve, I do enjoy learning new programs and software, as these can help us learn and present information in a unique way! I believe I am a quick learner and love to break down how things actually work, so I am excited to learn more about informatics!

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I have a little bit of experience with data analytics and informatics. At my previous job, I worked with a team of nurse informaticists to optimize the electronic health record charting system. The goal was to eliminate redundancies in charting to give nurses more time to spend on patient care. Overall, it was a wonderful experience to learn about informatics and technology integration.

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I remember blowing air into my game cartridges to make it work...science!

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I remember blowing air into my game cartridges to make it work...science!

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I would like to think I am proficient with technology, but time and time again I realize that I am actually technologically challenged. Tech moves at such a high speed that you really have to be willing to try  and fail and give yourself enough time to traverse the steep learning curve

I can do the usual cut, copy and paste, screenshot, but newer innovations like padlet and the video powerpoints we used last semester was all new to me.  I love playing video games so that helped with dealing with technology growing up. I have only used EPIC when charting even in nursing school, so I was lucky and didn't have to learn anything different.

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I have always loved using computers and learning how to utilize different apps for my workflow. Ever since I was a kid, I was glued to the computer screen, studying or playing video games. I would spend hours trying to figure out how to use video editing software, new presentation applications, and Photoshop. In terms of Excel, I remember taking a class on statistics where we utilized Excel extensively but forgot most of the technical concepts I learned. Currently, I only use it for budgeting and planning vacations with friends. Despite my experience, I don't consider myself an expert but more comfortable with technology than most, and I find it easy to learn new concepts. I am looking forward to learning more about data analytics in this class!

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I am by no means a tech genius, in fact I've had to google how to use basically every app that I have for school. Now that we are living in a world full of tech, it seems like there is a never-ending stream of new products being introduced. I do see the benefits that technology offers in healthcare and am excited to learn more about how it is being implemented. I thought it was really exciting when my hospital started using the secure chat mode on epic to contact physicians. It gave nurses a faster/easier way to notify providers about anything that was going on with our patients.

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The post under this is by Olivia Caldwell 

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The post under this is by Olivia Caldwell 

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(I am obviously not that savvy)

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I'm no expert with any particular application, but I have experience with the usual Microsoft applications like excel/word/powerpoint also can't forget about VoiceThread! I've never done coding or anything too involved like that but I have done the basic stats programs like SPSS. However, like the subject says, I am willing to learn!!

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I am able to navigate simple tasks on a computer but do not have advanced knowledge regarding more complex actions. I would love to learn more about information technology, especially shortcuts that make our lives easier. I have a small amount of background in Excel just from our preprogram requirements, but otherwise will require some direction when navigating data analytics. I am hopeful to learn helpful ways to organize data so that it provides meaning. I am a quick learner so I have high hopes that I will gain a lot from this course.

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I don't have all too much information with data analytics, but I do feel I'm pretty tech savvy and can figure it out as I go!  I was a part of the Epic roll out at my first hospital in Chicago. We switched from Power Chart to Epic basically overnight. I understood it pretty quickly and helped to teach others, especially some of the more veteran nurses.  Looking forward for all informatics thing to come!

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My dad always told me to figure out how it works. And that's kind of what I do with technology. I feel like I have enough knowledge that I can put all of the pieces together. I am also the "appointed" IT person when Clinton is gone, so there's that too..

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I'm basic when it comes to learning and using technology. But I'm always open to learning, even if the technology seems overwhelming. I do know how to plug and unplug the modem to get my internet working though.

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I would not say I’m illiterate when it comes to technology. I know more than the average Joe, and I’m willing to do research on how to utilize a specific program or device. I’m the type of person that reads the entire ventilator manual because I’m a naturally curious individual that wants to know how things work. I have subpar experience with data analytics, but I’m willing to learn. At UCLA, I was part of the Performance Improvement Committee, and we would have to analyze CAUTI and CLABSI rates. We would then implement a plan to reduce infection rates and evaluate if our interventions worked. I look forward to seeing a familiar face this upcoming semester and learning more about informatics. See you all soon!

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The first time I heard about java, I thought someone was talking about a new coffee shop. 

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The first time I heard about java, I thought someone was talking about a new coffee shop. 

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I would say I have limited experience with technology beyond the basics. I have worked with common programs such as excel for school and work projects. Working as a nurse, I was exposed to charting systems such as EPIC and Orchid (Cerner) and became proficient in both. Although my experience is limited, I love to learn and tend to pick things up fairly quickly. I do not have any meaningful experience in data analytics or ICT, but I look forward to learning about both in this class and exploring various tools that can enhance my clinical practice.

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I don't have much experience with data analytics or communication technology, but I am a whiz with Microsoft word 97-2004, especially if it involves word art. However, I am very excited that this class will expose us to the technological advancements of informatics and the various tools that are being integrated into our clinical practice everyday. 

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I don't have much experience with data analytics or communication technology, but I am a whiz with Microsoft word 97-2004, especially if it involves word art. However, I am very excited that this class will expose us to the technological advancements of informatics and the various tools that are being integrated into our clinical practice everyday. 

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I have some experience with technology and feel comfortable with excel and using excel formulas. I don't have much experience with data analytics or information and communication technology. I am excited to learn more about the tools available to find trends within large sets of data.  

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I have some experience with technology and feel comfortable with excel and using excel formulas. I don't have much experience with data analytics or information and communication technology. I am excited to learn more about the tools available to find trends within large sets of data.  

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I have some experience with technology such as basic coding in SQL, python, java, and searching Stack Overflow for the answer to the coding errors.  I am very comfortable with excel and creating formulas. I would be interested in learning more about macros to automate tasks in excel.  I have limited experience in information and communication technology - I did an AT&T student internship while in college in the IT department (where I quickly realized I wanted to pursue healthcare). Data analytics has always fascinated me. I have used R software in an intro statistics class for basic data analytics. I would love to learn more about analyzing big sets of data and tools we can use to find the trends within those sets.  

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I have some experience with technology such as basic coding in SQL, python, java, and searching Stack Overflow for the answer to the coding errors.  I am very comfortable with excel and creating formulas. I would be interested in learning more about macros to automate tasks in excel.  I have limited experience in information and communication technology - I did an AT&T student internship while in college in the IT department (where I quickly realized I wanted to pursue healthcare). Data analytics has always fascinated me. I have used R software in an intro statistics class for basic data analytics. I would love to learn more about analyzing big sets of data and tools we can use to find the trends within those sets.  

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Hi everyone,
I unfortunately am not most the technologically advanced person. At best, I have some minimal chart auditing experience; otherwise, I am have just a very basic understanding of technology in general. However, I am looking forward to this class and learning more about Informatics!
(Not sure if you noticed... but I had to repost  my initial response because the first time I posted as anonymous). What an ironic way to start a informatics course 🤦🏼‍♀️

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I am not tech-savvy, but I am always open to learning new ways of making tasks and group work more exciting and accomplishable. I took an informatics course in nursing school and have only had a little exposure to the subject since. However, I think nursing, as a profession, could be more welcoming and accepting of newer technologies and, by being so, could be more successful at keeping up with best practice changes. I am looking forward to gaining new skills and working with my classmates this semester.

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My mom's phone wasn't turning on one day, so I forced it to shut down by holding the power button. When I turned it back on, it worked fine. So now my mom tells all her friends that her daughter is a tech wiz.  Jokes aside, I love learning how to use new programs/websites. I really enjoyed using VoiceThread last semester, and I look forward to expanding my knowledge/skills this semester. 

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My mom's phone wasn't turning on one day, so I forced it to shut down by holding the power button. When I turned it back on, it worked fine. So now my mom tells all her friends that her daughter is a tech wiz.  Jokes aside, I love learning how to use new programs/websites. I really enjoyed using VoiceThread last semester, and I look forward to expanding my knowledge/skills this semester. 

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As a kid, I patiently waited for dial up to design my neopets websites, made personalized holiday cards for my parents, put music on my myspace and got through school on a computer. Im definitely not great at it, but love to learn!

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I unfortunately am not the most technologically advanced person. At best, I have some minimal chart auditing experience; otherwise, I have just a very basic understanding of technology in general. However, I am looking forward to this class and learning more about Informatics!

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I unfortunately am not the most technologically advanced person. At best, I have some minimal chart auditing experience; otherwise, I have just a very basic understanding of technology in general. However, I am looking forward to this class and learning more about Informatics!

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Data analytics probably isn't my strong suit out of the types of ICT. However my dad is a nerd who worked in IT so I've been using excel since I was 10 and am relatively tech savy. At my last hospital I was on a team that tracked chart audits and helped transition software programs; very tedious work.

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Data analytics probably isn't my strong suit out of the types of ICT. However my dad is a nerd who worked in IT so I've been using excel since I was 10 and am relatively tech savy. At my last hospital I was on a team that tracked chart audits and helped transition software programs; very tedious work.

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Maybe not as technologically advanced as I thought since it took me a while to figure out how to post on Padlet. Otherwise I would say I have a good understanding of technology and data analytics. I have some experience in data tracking and infrastructure setup while working in vaccine research. I do well with Excel, but always open to learn new technologies. 

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Maybe not as technologically advanced as I thought since it took me a while to figure out how to post on Padlet. Otherwise I would say I have a good understanding of technology and data analytics. I have some experience in data tracking and infrastructure setup while working in vaccine research. I do well with Excel, but always open to learn new technologies. 