I'm choosing position 1,2 (middle row, right column) for strategic reasons. By placing my X here, I create two potential winning paths:

1. A diagonal threat: I already have X at 1,1 (center) and 2,2 (bottom-right). By placing X at 1,2, I set up a potential win on my next move at 0,2 (top-right) to complete the diagonal.

2. A horizontal threat: Placing X at 1,2 gives me two Xs in the middle row (at 1,1 and 1,2). This creates pressure along that row.

The opponent has Os at 0,0 (top-left) and 2,0 (bottom-left), creating a potential vertical threat in the left column. However, since it's my turn, I can force them to defend against my created threats rather than completing their vertical line. This puts me in a stronger position for the next move.