Internal Attachment

The video game industry has always been at the forefront of technological innovation, and artificial intelligence is no exception. From the earliest arcade games featuring simple AI opponents to today's sophisticated machine learning systems that power everything from procedural world generation to personalized player experiences, AI has become the invisible backbone of modern gaming. This transformation extends far beyond just making NPCs smarter—AI is revolutionizing game development, player engagement, content creation, and business operations across the entire industry. Game Development and Production Procedural Content Generation One of the most visible applications of AI in gaming is procedural content generation (PCG). Modern games use sophisticated algorithms to create vast, diverse worlds that would be impossible to hand-craft. Games like "No Man's Sky" generate entire planets with unique ecosystems, weather patterns, and geological features using AI-drive...

The convergence of artificial intelligence and 3D graphics has ushered in a new era of digital content creation. What once required teams of skilled artists working for months can now be accomplished in days or even hours, thanks to breakthrough advances in machine learning and deep learning technologies. This transformation is reshaping industries from gaming and film to virtual reality and digital marketing. The Traditional Challenges of 3D Character Creation Creating compelling 3D characters has historically been one of the most time-intensive and skill-demanding aspects of digital content production. Traditional workflows involve multiple specialized roles: concept artists, 3D modelers, texture artists, riggers, and animators. Each character might require weeks of meticulous work, from initial sketches to final animated sequences. The process typically includes sculpting detailed geometry, creating realistic textures and materials, building complex skeletal rigs for animation, a...

  Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming every corner of the world—but Africa risks being left behind in both the development and benefits of this technology. A critical driver of this imbalance is data —or rather, the lack of African data, cultural context, and representation in the datasets that train the AI systems. This gap not only creates biased AI systems but perpetuates a modern form of data colonialism , where African digital realities are either erased or misrepresented by algorithms built elsewhere. The Problem: AI Bias Begins with Data AI models learn from the data they are fed. If the data lacks African languages, dialects, cultural practices, or socioeconomic realities, the resulting AI systems are likely to misunderstand, misrepresent, or entirely ignore African users. This has real-world consequences—from healthcare algorithms that misdiagnose African patients, to financial models that exclude informal economies, to language models that can’t understand...

 Finally, the end of my internal attachment is just days away. We have stayed in school for such a long period that I even lost count of the number of days we've been here This provides me with a unique opportunity to reflect on what has been a tedious race against time. Logbooks to be filled, project to be finalized and hosted, certifications to be acquired and certificates to earn. All with the aim of equipping myself with the skills necessary for the present. Has it been worth it? Spending five days a week in a lab, scratching my head to a solution to a problem, waking up early each day to make it on time, did it matter or make a difference? All of it is debatable but what isn't, is the discipline that has been instilled into my very being. It is safe to say that I am now a new being. With laser-sharp focus and keen attentiveness I can confidently say that I can work even in the face of distractions. So, when all is said and done, and I leave in the end, I will be glad that ...

When I started the Internal Attachment I did not envision how much I was going to learn. Three months later and I have learnt a lot. The hands on project provided me with an insight into how research is done before building a website. I have also learnt html, css and javascript. Their interconnection to make a seamless and stress free navigation for the end-user was also emphasized. Going to the depths of their usage was indeed a game-changer. Collaboration was another skill I have acquired in this long period. Working with a highly skilled and disciplined group was a blessing. We divided tasks amongst ourselves and accomplished much in a short time. Punctuality was slowly ingrained into my whole being and now it has become a habit I cannot quit.   I look forward to the person that will emerge at the end of the internal attachment. It's been long  and  I hope it will be worth it.     

  Introduction As I embarked on my internal attachment at school, little did I know that it would be an exhilarating journey filled with learning, challenges, and growth. My task? To revamp the Department of Computing website, a project that promised both excitement and hurdles. Let me share the highlights of this adventure. This was a group project, and we were in for a ride Lessons Learned Web Development  As I tinkered with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, I discovered the magic of web development. Each line of code was like a brushstroke on a canvas, shaping the user experience. I learned to balance aesthetics with functionality, ensuring that the website not only looked good but also worked seamlessly. The Art of Collaboration Revamping a website isn’t a solo act; it’s a symphony of teamwork. I collaborated with fellow students who were my group members and faculty. Their insights and feedback were invaluable. We brainstormed, debated, and iterated until we found the perfect ha...