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Unread 24-11-2007, 23:10
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Forum Rules Reminder Do's and Don'ts

As we approach the 2008 season I feel it necessary to posts some do’s and don’ts.

Do report posts that violate forum rules.


Do not report posts because you disagree with them


Do Search before you post


Do not reply to a thread with just the words SEARCH BEFORE YOU POST NOOB if a new member wishes to post a question


Do reply with the answer they seek and maybe some use links/threads that you have searched for (and also a link to the search feature)


Do not be afraid to post your opinions or questions,


Do be afraid to post flaming comments or to start wars on the forum


Do not worry about how many green dots you have THEY ARE JUST DOTS


Do worry about every single thing you post your comments reflect your

team, sponsors and school.


Do not post anonymously because it doesn’t help.

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Do remember look out for Big Mike and his bear hugs
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Re: Forum Rules Reminder Do's and Don'ts

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As we approach the 2008 season I feel it necessary to posts some do’s and don’ts.

Do report posts that violate forum rules.


Do not report posts because you disagree with them


Do Search before you post


Do not reply to a thread with just the words SEARCH BEFORE YOU POST NOOB if a new member wishes to post a question


Do reply with the answer they seek and maybe some use links/threads that you have searched for (and also a link to the search feature)


Do not be afraid to post your opinions or questions,


Do be afraid to post flaming comments or to start wars on the forum


Do not worry about how many green dots you have THEY ARE JUST DOTS


Do worry about every single thing you post your comments reflect your

team, sponsors and school.


Do not post anonymously because it doesn’t help.

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Do remember look out for Big Mike and his bear hugs
Do participate in the Season Long Fantasy FIRST League!
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Unread 25-11-2007, 00:58
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Re: Forum Rules Reminder Do's and Don'ts

Do read the documentation from FIRST. If you don't read it and you ask an "obvious" question, we will probably answer with the text of the appropriate section of the Manual--and a link so you can read the rest.
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Re: Forum Rules Reminder Do's and Don'ts

Don't "bump" your posts. If you did not receive a good answer ask the question in a different way.
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Re: Forum Rules Reminder Do's and Don'ts

Don't post everything in the "General" forum. There are many, many forums and subforums on CD, which have been created for specific topics. Search for the appropriate forum before posting. Chances are you'll get better results to your questions if they are posted in the appropriate forum/subforum.

Do use regular English for your posts and not "text message" language.
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Re: Forum Rules Reminder Do's and Don'ts

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Do use regular English for your posts and not "text message" language.
This is a big one. If there's one thing about the internet that really irritates people, its da use of 1337 speek and txt abbrev.

Do think before you post, but still be yourself.

Do add *56K Warning* to any topic that you expect huge pictures posted. It helps a lot.

Don't reply to spam posts & DO "report" [] spam posts. Replying to them really does nothing at all.
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Don't reply to spam posts & DO "report" [] spam posts. Replying to them really does nothing at all.
When you report, DO reply with "reported" so the mods don't get more than one report. Makes their life easier.
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Re: Forum Rules Reminder Do's and Don'ts

Do remember the importance of communication in these forums and in FIRST. Correct spelling, use of punctuation, and clear sentences are the tools to be used in conveying thoughts, asking questions, and sharing information.

Do use the edit button for changes. I love the edit button.

Do remember your 'thank yous' - they are always welcome.
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Re: Forum Rules Reminder Do's and Don'ts

DO read the whole thread before replying.
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Re: Forum Rules Reminder Do's and Don'ts

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When you report, DO reply with "reported" so the mods don't get more than one report. Makes their life easier.
Yes, forgot about that. Thank you!

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Except game/trivia threads! Usually the last one or two posts will suffice unless you want to read 10,000+ posts!

Do wait for a minute if the page doesn't refresh right after you click "Submit Reply". Sometimes it just takes a while. This is usually why double posts happen.
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Re: Forum Rules Reminder Do's and Don'ts

Do not hate FIRST. FIRST is good for you.
Don't hate FIRST after you already joined, or else we'll come to hunt you with robots in your dreams.

More forum related,

Don't be afraid to give helpful links that you/your friends/your team/etc. had made, in a post requesting for help/info/resources. It's a good marketing tactic.
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Re: Forum Rules Reminder Do's and Don'ts

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Except game/trivia threads! Usually the last one or two posts will suffice unless you want to read 10,000+ posts!
For game/trivia threads, if you aren't going to read the whole thread, be sure to read the first few posts to make sure you know and understand the rules of the game! Then you are free to skip to the end and read the last few posts.
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Do not use the phrase "RTFM" no matter what that acronym is supposed to mean. Posting an acronym like "RTMP" is not helpful at all either so please refrain from posting if you are not going the give the answer requested by the topic starter.
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Re: Forum Rules Reminder Do's and Don'ts

Do set a good example for others. If other's see that you are being kind to the newbies, they will do the same.

Do remember, Chief Delphi is a helpful place. It has gotten me out of a pickle more then once. Be a kind, understanding, helpful person. You will get it in return.

As Big Mike said, they are just dots. But do pay attention to what people say when they give you reputation. If it is good reputation, keep doing what you are doing. If you get red dots, that means that you are not acting as would be expected of a FIRSTer. Remember, this is not a typical forum, this is a resource, contribute to it as if you where taking to the person face to face.

Do constructively criticize. It helps everyone out to be told, in a professional manner that is, that their ideas can be improved upon.

Above all, Do remember Gracious Professionalism. It is the lens we all view each other through.

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Do read the documentation from FIRST.
Do spend a little time actually looking for the answer. We love to help but get frustrated when the answer is in a really obvious place.

Don't be afraid to post. Even if the answer is in a really obvious place, and you looked for it but didn't find it, we love to help.

As Pavan suggests: RTM (Read The Manual). Please.

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