Whatever Happened to the Old Chief Delphi?

[Elgin Clock]

Originally Posted by EricH

I don’t like saying this, and I’m not quite sure how, but I think someone has to say it now, before the build season gets here.
Over the past 6 months or so, Chief Delphi has become increasingly negative in tone. This is disturbing on a number of levels.

6 months huh? That's about the last time I posted heavily on this site (April).
Don't make me come back & whip all of you back into shape people!

Let's hear less talk of change, & more actual change for the better!
Starting now... and... GO!

[Andrew Schreiber]

Originally Posted by Elgin Clock

6 months huh? That's about the last time I posted heavily on this site (April).

You heard him folks, this is Elgin's fault.

[Elgin Clock]

Originally Posted by Andrew Schreiber

You heard him folks, this is Elgin's fault.

Ahahahaha! Yeah, all my fault because I left. My bad people!

[J93Wagner]

Whoever posted this thread is right, it can be hard at times to make sure you think twice before posting. I committed offense and I didn't realize it until someone else pointed out how bad it sounds to someone else.

[JohnBoucher]

We've lost the feeling that we are all of the same FIRST family. Family members fight and disagree, but we are still family.

When was the last time you posted in the birthday thread? Check it out. Only a few people posting.

We're family. Start acting like it or no game hint for you!!!

[Andrew Schreiber]

Originally Posted by JohnBoucher

We're family. Start acting like it or no game hint for you!!!

Can I hold you to this? If so I am going to start acting like a jerk! (I for one would like to keep my December free from game hint threads)

[JaneYoung]

I think that we are dealing with the results of the impact of social networks and groups forming either formally or informally. Social networks are making inroads into the social fibers of our cultures. They can enhance communications in some areas and destroy communications in other areas. They can be a useful tool or a destructive one. Bottom line, individuals make up communities in our schools, our towns, our cities, our countries. Individuals also make up communities in social networks and in forums such as Chief Delphi. How much, how little, and how well thought out the contributions made by the individuals are, determines the strength of the fibers that make up our communities and our cultures.

It is that simple. It's that technology thing again, and the wisdom that should accompany it.

[Taylor]

Originally Posted by JaneYoung

I think that we are dealing with the results of the impact of social networks and groups forming either formally or informally. Social networks are making inroads into the social fibers of our cultures. They can enhance communications in some areas and destroy communications in other areas. They can be a useful tool or a destructive one. Bottom line, individuals make up communities in our schools, our towns, our cities, our countries. Individuals also make up communities in social networks and in forums such as Chief Delphi. How much, how little, and how well thought out the contributions made by the individuals are, determines the strength of the fibers that make up our communities and our cultures.

It is that simple. It's that technology thing again, and the wisdom that should accompany it.

Which is exactly why CD is so popular! It is so refreshing to come to a public forum that is not filled with vulgarities, "FIRSTIES!!1!", "+1 tbh" and all the other bullplop that fills the Interwebs. People generally post well-thought-out ideas, concerns, suggestions, and topics here, often take the time to proofread and check spelling & grammar, and we end up with a forum bursting with passion. Whether it's discussion of the new game hint, control system, or a really cool transparent drive train, the people that use CD are not only academically inclined, but care deeply about issues discussed here.
Unfortunately, sometimes this passion manifests itself in negative ways (but not nearly as harshly as one would find at a random Internet forum) and we should be aware of that - make sure our messages are clear, and if negativity is encountered, be sure not to take it personally; use it as a learning tool.