Neha’s Midpoint Reflection

Midpoint Reflection
Author

Neha Tirunagiri

Published

January 6, 2026

What have you been learning so far?

  • I’m currently working on an AI & Housing project in the DSPG program, and it’s been a great learning experience.I’ve been improving my programming skills in Python, learning how to process images, and exploring data. I also started using PyTorch, which is helping me understand more about how AI works.

  • Another cool tool I’ve been using is the leaflet package. It lets us turn data into maps that you can interact with. We’re trying to combine these maps with AI to make them even more user-friendly.

  • Alongside Python, I’ve been picking up some skills in R programming. This has been a new area for me, and I’ve enjoyed learning how to create blogs in R and getting to know my way around RStudio.

  • I’m excited about all these new skills because they help me do more with technology and make things easier for others to understand.

Demonstrate some of the work from your learning.

  • Image Processing Activity

  • Leaflet Map Visualization

Low-Income Block Group Level map

Street level map for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit data

Seniors Age Distributation map in Des Moines

New Directions in Learning

  • During the program,I’ve been learning about new technology, which is important for my future. AI is a big part of this, and I’m excited because it’s something that can really help in many jobs today.

Skills I Want to Improve

  • For the rest of the program, I want to get better at using Python and working with AI. I also want to be better at making maps from data. These skills will help me do my projects better and faster. I also want to work on being a good team player and communicating well with others.

Am I Meeting My Goals?

  • Yes, I think I am. When I started this program, I set some goals for what I wanted to learn and do. So far, I feel like I’m on the right path and making good progress. I’m using what I learn, and I’m excited to keep going and learn more.