I'm in the process of putting together my first technical paper. In general it is about how you can use collaborative testing to test the user experience. I'm not sure what is going to happen with the paper, but I hope that once it is approved, I can share it here.

If you have any tips for me on writing a compelling abstract, an original and focused technical paper, and/or presenting based on a technical paper, this is my first time. I could use some guidance from the old pros.

In other news, I participated in my first every Pinewood Car Derby. My auto, based on a lipgloss theme, did well enough to make the finals, but did not win a medal. However, I stayed on the track and looked good doing it. For a first attempt, I'm quite proud. I know where to improve next time.