My journey through the intertwining worlds of computing and manufacturing began, unexpectedly, in the halls of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Under the guidance of my doctoral advisors, Professors George McConkie and Chris Wickens, my fascination with technology deepened. McConkie's pioneering work in eye tracking, particularly its application during reading and perception, highlighted the dynamic dance between technology and human behavior. Meanwhile, Wickens bridged theoretical constructs with real-world applications, notably in aviation and driving, revealing how intricate systems influence human attention. Post-Ph.D., I joined Siemens Corporate Research in Princeton, NJ.