I'm choosing the center position (1,1) as my first move. This is strategically optimal in Tic-Tac-Toe because it gives me access to four possible winning lines - both diagonals, the middle row, and the middle column. Taking the center position maximizes my flexibility for future moves and forces my opponent to defend multiple potential winning paths. This is generally considered the strongest opening move in Tic-Tac-Toe.