When initially embarking on mapping, my focus was on porting, a task that quickly captured my interest. This interest has endured, as I continue to engage in the transformation of older content, albeit not consistently. I find satisfaction in effecting changes that alter perceptions, particularly in terms of enhanced quality, such as the utilization of higher resolution textures. These alterations, in my view, are essential improvements. My foray into porting began with the porting of models from Goldsource. Initially, I sought out and followed instructions, but over time, I began to experiment and develop my understanding of the process. Since February 2020, I have been actively involved in porting maps. While my early attempts at porting were mediocre and have since been discarded, my current focus is on generating new content. Previously, my porting efforts were limited to maps without models, and I primarily focused on removing outdated entities rather than refining the ports themselves. This manual and time-consuming approach eventually gave way to the discovery of more efficient methods. I view this work as a crucial component of a mapper's professional development, as it involves leveraging the experiences of more seasoned mappers as a foundation for personal growth. This process of learning from and building upon the work of others is pivotal for industry advancement. While I have completed numerous map ports and continue to do so, I strive to complete one port per day and publish it. Additionally, I have undertaken the porting of an entire project, which has provided me with valuable experience and practical skills. Each new challenge, such as porting complex scripts, presents an opportunity for improvement. I welcome constructive feedback and suggestions for enhancing my work. I advocate for continual improvement in my porting projects, including the implementation of enhanced textures and the integration of relief texturing. These enhancements are essential, as low-resolution textures are incongruous and diminish the overall quality of the ports, in my opinion.
