goals are dangerous
I’ve decided I need to learn more math to better understand the algorithms used to generate computer graphics, with an emphasis on feature tracking and optical flow analysis. I’ve decided on a goal, which is to be able to understand the Levenberg-Marquardt algorithm. I picked this algorithm at random because its description looks a lot like that of other functions I’ve tried to figure out in the past. So I’m going to have to brush up on linear algebra.
Goals can be dangerous. Back when I was around 15 I decided I was going to tackle Bach’s Prelude 2 in C minor. I worked on it for a long time, and never did finish. It was very frustrating. Since then I haven’t really touched a piano.
When I have enough space for a piano I’ll start practicing again, and without a doubt I’ll master that piece. But maybe I’ll start off with something that’s closer to my skill level.
