I'm choosing the center position (1,1) for my first move because it's strategically the strongest opening position in Tic-Tac-Toe. The center position is part of four possible winning lines - both diagonals, the middle row, and the middle column - giving me the most opportunities to create a three-in-a-row. Taking the center also prevents my opponent from using this powerful position and forces them to respond defensively. From the center, I can develop my strategy in multiple directions depending on my opponent's response.