A Mythic Friday in Motion: Notes from the Field Today began like any other—coffee brewed, tabs opened, intentions set. But by 9:00 AM, the day had already shape-shifted into something else entirely.First, a cascade of feedback landed from RSH 740. The kind that doesn’t just nudge your draft—it detonates it. The Research Participants section needed a full voice shift, and the simulation? Let’s just say it was more “creative remix” than “instrument test.” Kudos to Seth for the clarity. Revision gloves on.Then came the pingback spiral. What started as a simple inquiry into Pingomatic turned into a full-blown taxonomy of XML-RPC endpoints, legacy blog directories, and feed aggregators. Somewhere between Blogmatcher and Bitacoras.net, I realized I was building a modular archive of the internet’s forgotten notification rituals. Mythic, indeed.Meanwhile, the academic engine kept humming. Drafts were restructured, transcripts simulated, and ethical standards reinforced. The Kite Suite questionnaire finally found its footing—open-ended, context-rich, and ready for thematic coding. Dr. Abrams and Dr. Farmer, even in simulation, offered the kind of insights that make qualitative research feel alive.And let’s not forget the digital weather: alerts pinged, systems lagged, and somewhere in the chaos, a blog post was born.🧩 Lessons from the MadnessFeedback isn’t friction—it’s fuel.
Every tool has a mythic lineage. Even pingback services.
Academic rigor and creative chaos can coexist. They must.Signing off for now, but the day’s not done. There are still transcripts to refine, instruments to test, and stories to archive. If today was a storm, it was the kind that clears the air.—Vladimir Kuljak
Founder, Protocol V
Architect of the Mythic Modular
Two Weeks of Strategic Support and SharePoint Innovation Over the past two weeks, I’ve focused on advancing several key initiatives across ATLAS, with particular attention to SharePoint optimization, documentation refinement, and collaborative support. Here's a summary of the work completed:🔍 DLM SharePoint & Website Enhancement ProjectsContinued development of the DLM SharePoint Enhancement Proposal, incorporating feedback from previous drafts and aligning with ATLAS documentation standards.
Initiated the DLM Website Enhancement Project, focusing on HTML/CSS audits, broken link tracking, and accessibility improvements.
Provided detailed documentation to support proposed changes, including examples and technical justifications for review.📊 Audits and Technical Deep DivesConducted extensive SharePoint site audits, evaluating over 200 sites for structure, permissions, and content relevance.
Created comparison spreadsheets between internal site inventories and KU IT records to identify discrepancies and streamline cleanup efforts.
Reviewed DEIB-affiliated folders and documents, initiating requests for removal or clarification where appropriate.🤝 Team Collaboration and SupportParticipated in multiple meetings, including:Implementation Team
SharePoint Group
1:1 check-ins
Logistics Technology discussionsProvided support to colleagues across ATLAS, including HR, communications, and IT, with tasks ranging from permission troubleshooting to external user documentation.🧠 Strategic Planning and DocumentationResponded to comments on the Strategic Plan for Internal SharePoint Processes, refining language and aligning goals with center-wide priorities.
Drafted new documentation for Power Automate integration and external user workflows, tailored to specific team needs.🧩 Personal and Administrative NotesManaged time off for family medical appointments while maintaining consistent project momentum.
Coordinated logistics for upcoming meetings, including room reservations and parking permits.
On a personal note: Jace’s knee has fully healed, and he’s officially cleared to begin practicing again. He also received his driving permit, which has been a proud milestone for our family.These past two weeks have been a blend of deep technical work, collaborative planning, and ongoing refinement of proposals to better serve ATLAS teams. I remain committed to aligning enhancements with actual team needs and ensuring that every recommendation is grounded in clarity, accessibility, and shared goals.
