The first open project I knew is p5js as an IMA student. And I came across the call for translation when I was scrolling on Redbook. So I when to one of the issues and did the translation. The one in charge of it is super friendly and provided a lot of suggestions on both the translation and code since I found some small issues related to code. That was a really wonderful experience.

For me, open source projects are more than just a licensing model or a way to contribute code. It is more like a gathering place for enthusiasts where all can contribute to shared passions and make advances in technology.

For the readings, I find the interview in 032c magazine with Stanford professor Fred Turner: "Silicon Valley Thinks Politics Doesn’t Exist." The discussion struck a chord with me, especially regarding how tech culture often masks systemic power structures under the guise of "neutral" tools and individual empowerment. It reminds me of the multiple topics I’ve discussed in other courses. One of them is the example of the origin of computing itself. We are often taught a male-centric history, yet the very first "computers" were women. From the six ENIAC programmers to the Black female mathematicians at NASA, the dawn of computing was inextricably linked to women’s labor. As the field gained prestige and profit, this history was systematically marginalized—a "rebranding" that served to gatekeep the industry for decades. Also like the accessibility issues and designs are not only about technical but more about civil rights.